William & Mary professor Paula Blank, specialist in early modern British literature, beloved mentor to countless students and colleagues, and the author of Broken English (1996), Shakespeare and the Mismeasure of Renaissance Man (2006), and numerous articles, passed away unexpectedly and tragically on August 21, 2016.
Through the generosity of an anonymous alumna whose life was profoundly affected by her relationship with Professor Blank, we have been able to establish a research and travel fund for students: The Paula Blank Student Opportunity Fund in English. The fund will provide professional development support for English majors studying early modern literature, either through coursework or an independent project. For example, the fund could pay for attendance at conferences and workshops, travel for research, participation in internships, or attendance at, or production of, performances of early modern drama. We are deeply grateful for this opportunity to perpetuate Professor Blank’s legacy of supporting and mentoring her students.
To apply for money from the Paula Blank Fund, please fill out the form below as fully as you can. You may apply at any time. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and grants are made as funds allow.
