The 2024 "Jo Hsieh Scholarship" applications are now open!

I. Origin:

To promote academic research related to Taiwanese art history and the artist Jo Hsieh, the Jo Hsieh Arts Foundation has established the "Jo Hsieh Scholarship" starting in 2024. This scholarship aims to cultivate and inspire art researchers with academic potential and unique qualities.

II. Organizer: Jo Hsieh Arts Foundation.

III. Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in or graduated from art-related programs.

IV. Submission Content:

Research papers related to the artist Jo Hsieh, including topics such as art history, art theory, aesthetics, and art criticism concerning her era and social environment. Submissions can include journal articles, theses, conference presentations, or written papers, with a minimum length of 15,000 words.

V. Application Process:

Applicants should submit the following documents from August 15 to September 15:

1. A completed "Jo Hsieh Scholarship" research paper application form, including a research plan (3,000-6,000 words).

2. Submit the materials electronically to contact@johsiehfoundation.com.

VI. Award and Obligations:

1. Award Amount and Quota: One scholarship of NT$100,000 will be awarded for the year. The awarded amount will be subject to a 10% income tax as per Taiwanese law.

2. Review and Announcement: A professional review panel organized by the Foundation will conduct the evaluation. Award winners will be notified by December of the same year. If no suitable candidate is found, the scholarship will not be awarded.

3. Obligations: Awardees must submit two printed copies of the paper and one digital copy within two years, acknowledging "Supported by Jo Hsieh Arts Foundation" in the paper’s acknowledgment section.

4. Non-Completion: If the paper is not completed within two years, a progress report must be submitted, with a possible six-month extension. Failure to submit the final paper after the extension may result in revocation of the scholarship and repayment of the awarded funds.

VII. Rules:

1. Applicants must ensure that their work is original and will not result in any legal issues for the Foundation. Violations of copyright laws or academic ethics (as referenced in the Ministry of Education letter No. 1060059470) may result in the revocation of the scholarship and repayment of awarded funds, with applicants bearing all related legal and compensation responsibilities.

2. By entering, participants grant the Foundation a non-exclusive, free license to use their work for publication, teaching, research, and promotional activities.

3. Participants agree to abide by these regulations. Any unresolved issues will be addressed by the Foundation, which reserves the right to amend or adjust the rules and activities as necessary.

VIII. Contact Information:

For any inquiries, please contact the Foundation at: contact@johsiehfoundation.com

For detailed application forms and information, please visit https://reurl.cc/VzVV2b