Professor Spears teaches courses in international relations and the politics of developing areas (specifically Africa), however, his research interests have focused largely on problems and prospects for conflict and conflict resolution in African states. His earlier research concerned the...
Geneva Association PhD Scholarship
Graduate Award, $10,000 per year for 3 years
Eligibility: Students entering into the Ph.D., Political Science program whose subject of study involves a primary focus on Systemic Risk and Vulnerability that links to one or both of the major fields of Comparative Politics or Public Policy and Governance with an A- admission average.
Selection criteria: Selection will be based high academic standing as indicated by grades , the strength of the proposed research statement indicating and how the applicant’s particular focus of study relates to risk and/or vulnerability and their specific application in an economic, environmental, technological or organizational context. Any other conditions: The award is renewable for up to three years subject to satisfactory progress towards completion of the degree and continued commitment to conduct research on systemic risk and vulnerability. Students must also submit a thesis proposal following the first year of study. A new recipient would only be chosen upon the completion of the multi-year commitment or in the event the current recipient ceases studies at the University of Guelph. Method of Application: Apply at time of application for admission, but no later than April 15 to the Chair of Political Science including a letter which outlines the candidate’s intent to write a dissertation on a specific topic related to systemic risk and vulnerability and its applications. Selection Committee: The CSAHS awards committee on the recommendation of the department of Political Science.