The National Endowment for the Humanities terminated a grant intended to support undergraduate research on religion and Americana music just a year into its two-year funding period. With $150,000 allocated for the project, the aim was to develop student research skills in exploring cultural, religious, and political dimensions through music. The abrupt termination has not only deprived students of valuable resources and experiences, but it also reflects wider cuts to the NEH and similar organizations, jeopardizing many research and enrichment initiatives aimed at cultural understanding.
Our project aimed at developing the skills of undergraduate students to conduct interdisciplinary research about religion and culture through Americana music has been terminated.
Despite the grant's modest size, it significantly enriched student experiences with collaborative teaching, expert consultant insights, and access to professional resources.
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