Submission Invitation for AFS Fellows Elections in 2025
The American Folklore Society (AFS) has announced that nominations for new Fellows are now open for the class of 2025. To be eligible for this prestigious honor, nominees can be either current fellows or general members of the AFS.
The nomination period will run up to May 6, 2025, and nominations should be submitted to Solimar Otero at [email protected] during this time. If you wish to put forth multiple nominations, it's advisable to email your desired candidates first to ensure they are willing to be nominated.
The nomination process involves submitting an unsigned letter of recommendation no longer than one page in length, along with any necessary supporting documents such as a curriculum vitae (CV) or an equivalent document. Nominees for regular fellows must also be members of the AFS, while nominees for fellows with primary affiliations outside of the U.S. are not required to be members. Each nomination must include a second nominator who is an AFS member.
It's essential to indicate whether the nomination is for a regular fellow or a fellow with a primary non-US affiliation in the email, which should be sent to [email protected] with a carbon copy (cc) to the second nominator.
The AFS Fellowship is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of folklore. Nevertheless, the specific criteria for selection have not been explicitly outlined in the provided documents. More details about the nomination forms, guidelines, and the precise submission process can be found on the official AFS website or by contacting the organization directly.
Suggested timeline:- Nominations Open: Immediately- Nomination Period Closes: May 6, 2025
For corrections or updates to the content on the AFS website, users are encouraged to utilize the "submit a correction" link.
At the annual meeting of the American Folklore Society (AFS) in 2025, education and self-development opportunities abound, including the potential for learning about the nomination process for new Fellows. The written materials submitted for such nominations, including letters of recommendation and supporting documents, should aim to demonstrate the nominee's significant contributions to the field of folklore.
