William R. Eadington Fellowships at UNLV, USA

William R. Eadington Fellowships at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), USA

About the Fellowship

The William R. Eadington Fellowships at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) support cutting-edge research into the history, economics, culture, and social dimensions of gambling and Las Vegas. Hosted by the Special Collections and Archives at Lied Library, this opportunity promotes interdisciplinary scholarship by providing access to one of the most unique archival collections in the world. The program fosters collaboration between researchers and the UNLV academic community, while contributing to the global study of gaming history and its broader societal implications.

Fellowship Details

Position: William R. Eadington Fellow
Institution: University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Administering Body: UNLV Special Collections and Archives
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Research Field: Gambling Studies, Las Vegas History, Social and Cultural History
Type: Fellowship (Resident or Visiting)
Duration: 2–4 weeks
Start Date (Anticipated): Flexible between late 2025 and September 2026
Working Hours: As per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation:
- Resident Fellowship (4 weeks): $3,000 stipend
- Visiting Fellowship (2 weeks): $1,500 stipend
Required Degree/Diploma: Graduate program enrollment (preferably Ph.D. candidates) or university faculty status

Research Areas Supported

Gambling history and policy
Las Vegas and Nevada history
Comparative gambling studies in literature, media, and society
Economics of gambling
Cultural and anthropological studies of gaming

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Current graduate students (with preference for Ph.D. candidates) OR university faculty
Academic background in disciplines such as history, sociology, economics, English, media studies, or anthropology
Research relevance to UNLV’s special collections

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior research experience using archival or special collections
Strong research proposal outlining use of UNLV archives
Publication or teaching experience in related area

Fellowship Benefits

Visa support for international fellows (if required)
Stipend of $1,500–$3,000 based on fellowship type
Access to rare archival materials at UNLV
Opportunity to deliver a public lecture (live-streamed and recorded for UNLV’s YouTube channel)
Networking and academic collaboration within the UNLV research community

Key Responsibilities

Conduct on-site research using UNLV Special Collections
Identify and utilize relevant archival resources
Present a public lecture on research findings
Submit final research summary or report to the fellowship office
Acknowledge fellowship support in all publications and presentations resulting from the research

Application Process

How to Apply:

Email application materials to: sarah.quigley@unlv.edu
Link to application info: https://www.library.unlv.edu/speccol

Required Documents:

Cover letter indicating fellowship type and preferred schedule
Research proposal (2–3 pages)
Curriculum Vitae
Graduate students only: One letter of recommendation sent directly by the recommender

Important Dates

Application Opens: May 15, 2025
Deadline: July 1, 2025 (11:59 PM PDT)
Notification of Results: Early August 2025
Start of Fellowship: Flexible, must complete residency by September 1, 2026 (Resident) or June 30, 2026 (Visiting)