Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award (Dissertation Award) in Honor of Robert M. Teeter Grant

Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award (Dissertation Award) in Honor of Robert M. Teeter Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Amount: US $7,000
Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Summary

The Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award in Honor of Robert M. Teeter is an annual dissertation award aimed at supporting doctoral students conducting research on the U.S. political process and public policy from the late 20th century. This award emphasizes the significance of public opinion analysis and is open to applicants from various fields, including Political Science, History, and Public Policy. It is funded by the Teeter family and UPS, honoring Robert Teeter's legacy in campaign strategy.

Overview

Robert Teeter (1939-2004) spent over thirty years as a leader in public opinion analysis and campaign strategy, including the 1976 campaign of President Gerald R. Ford. In the latter part of his career, Mr. Teeter was a consultant to several major U.S. companies and served as a member on the Board of Directors for four companies, including UPS. This award has been made possible by the generous support of the Teeter family and friends and UPS. The Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award in Honor of Robert M. Teeter is an annual award given to a doctoral student to support dissertation research and writing in any field related to any aspect of the United States political process and public policy during the last half of the 20th century. Of special interest is the role and analysis of public opinion in that process. The Selection Committee encourages applications from doctoral students in a wide range of fields, including: Political ScienceHistoryJournalismCommunicationsPublic PolicyForeign RelationsAmerican Studies

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. program (coursework and examinations) except for the dissertation by the application deadline. The award must support research to be conducted after the award is announced.The award is made on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or political affiliation.

Ineligibility

The award will not be granted retroactively for research already completed.