Guggenheim Fellowships 2024: Celebrating Global Excellence in Arts and Sciences
The announcement of the 2024 Guggenheim Fellowships marks another milestone in recognizing exceptional achievement across a vast spectrum of intellectual and creative disciplines. These prestigious awards are designed to provide fellows with the resources and freedom to pursue their work, fostering innovation in fields ranging from the depths of astrophysics to the nuances of choreography.
The fellowship program supports individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts. By funding a diverse array of scholars and artists, the program ensures that groundbreaking research and evocative art continue to shape our understanding of the world.
Key Facts
- Broad Scope: Fellowships are awarded across four primary categories: Creative Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences.
- Diverse Fields: Recipients include experts in specialized areas such as Constitutional Studies, Neuroscience, and Fine Arts Research.
- Creative Diversity: The 2024 cohort features a strong presence in the performing arts, specifically in choreography, music composition, and drama.
- Scientific Reach: Funding extends to critical technical fields including Applied Mathematics, Data Science, and Computer Science.
Breakdown of Fellowship Categories
Creative Arts
The Creative Arts category is one of the most prolific, encompassing a wide variety of expressive mediums. This year's fellows include accomplished writers in fiction and poetry, as well as visionaries in film-video and photography. Notable focus areas include Choreography, where seven fellows were recognized, and Music Composition, which saw a significant number of recipients.
Humanities
Fellows in the Humanities are delving into the complexities of human culture and history. This includes deep dives into African Studies, Classics, and U.S. History. Additionally, the category supports critical analysis through literary criticism and philosophy, ensuring the preservation and interrogation of human thought.
Social Sciences
The Social Sciences awards highlight research that examines societal structures and human behavior. Key fields represented in 2024 include Anthropology & Cultural Studies, Political Science, and Education, reflecting a commitment to understanding the dynamics of modern society.
Natural Sciences
In the Natural Sciences, the fellowships support rigorous empirical research. From Astronomy–Astrophysics and Biology to Chemistry and Physics, these awards empower scientists to push the boundaries of technical knowledge and environmental understanding.
Summary of 2024 Fellowship Distribution
| Category | Representative Fields of Study |
|---|---|
| Creative Arts | Fiction, Poetry, Fine Arts, Film-Video, Choreography, Music Composition |
| Humanities | African Studies, Classics, Philosophy, U.S. History, Literary Criticism |
| Social Sciences | Anthropology, Political Science, Constitutional Studies, Sociology |
| Natural Sciences | Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neuroscience |
Complete List of 2024 Fellows
Creative Arts
- Biography: Nicholas Frankel
- Choreography: Rosie Herrera, Ryan K. Johnson, Hari Krishnan, Rebecca Lazier, Victor Quijada, amara tabor-smith, Abby Zbikowski
- Dance Studies: Emily Wilcox
- Drama & Performance Art: Joshua Harmon, Modesto Jimenez, Martyna Majok, James Scruggs, Caridad Svich
- Fiction: Camille Bordas, Jamel Brinkley, Emma Cline, Laird Hunt, Julia Phillips, Kirstin Valdez Quade, Emma Straub, Justin Torres
- Film-Video: Itziar Barrio, Jessica Beshir, Garrett Bradley, Lilli Carré, Jude Chehab, Ariana Gerstein, Juan Pablo González, Ben Hagari, Shadi Harouni, Baba Hillman, Crystal Kayiza, Won Ju Lim, Loira Limbal, Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana, Jennifer Redfearn, Shengze Zhu
- Film, Video, & New Media Studies: Jonathan Sterne
- Fine Arts: Sónia Almeida, Kim Anno, Jessica Elaine Blinkhorn, Rebeca Bollinger, Ben Thorp Brown, Mike Cloud, Lewis deSoto, Adama Delphine Fawundu, Nicholas Galanin, Guillermo Galindo, Antonietta Grassi, Léonie Guyer, Bang Geul Han, Lotus L. Kang, Nicola López, Park McArthur, Harold Mendez, Taji Ra’oof Nahl, Lorraine O’Grady, Lamar Peterson, Anders Ruhwald, Carrie Schneider, Jennifer Sirey, Arvie Smith, jackie sumell, Dyani White Hawk, Susan York
- General Nonfiction: Jonathan Alter, Thomas Beller, Jefferson Cowie, David Mura, Beth Nguyen, Jennifer Raff, Sonia Shah, Christina Sharpe, Adam Shatz, James Wood
- Music Composition: Utku Asuroglu, Nicolás Lell Benavides, Kui Dong, Kate Gentile, Rodney Jones, Yoon-Ji Lee, Aruán Ortiz, Luis Quintana, Nicole Rampersaud, Bekah Simms, Anthony Tidd, Julia Wolfe, Theresa Wong, Xi Wang
- Photography: Sara Bennett, Matthew Brandt, Carlos Diaz, Joanne Dugan, Lisa Elmaleh, Lucas Foglia, Dylan Hausthor, Katherine Hubbard, Tarrah Krajnak, Rachelle Mozman Solano, Gina Osterloh, Arthur Ou, Ahndraya Parlato, Greta Pratt, Margaret Stratton, Leonard Suryajaya, Ada Trillo
- Poetry: Kaveh Akbar, Jos Charles, Elaine Equi, Vievee Francis, Airea D. Matthews, Robyn Schiff, Safiya Sinclair, Tracy K. Smith, Mai Der Vang
Humanities
- African Studies: Wale Adebanwi
- American Literature: Heather Cass White
- Architecture, Planning, & Design: Paul Hardin Kapp
- Classics: Gretchen Reydams-Schils, Andrew M. Riggsby
- East Asian Studies: Anna M. Shields
- European & Latin American History: John Connelly, Martin Nesvig
- European & Latin American Literature: Martin Munro
- Fine Arts Research: Claire Bishop, Laura U. Marks, Alexander Nagel, Amara Solari, Krista Thompson
- History of Science, Technology, & Economics: Angela N. H. Creager, Dániel Margócsy
- Intellectual & Cultural History: Matthew Pratt Guterl, Vincent W. Lloyd, Tiya Miles
- Linguistics: Joseph F. Eska
- Literary Criticism: Bruno Bosteels, Marta Figlerowicz, Sianne Ngai, Roy Scranton
- Medieval & Early Modern Studies: Brian A. Catlos
- Music Research: Nina Kraus, Amy Lynn Wlodarski
- Philosophy: Jenann Ismael, Barbara Montero
- Religion: Mara Benjamin, Carol E. Harrison, Travis Zadeh
- South & Southeast Asian Studies: Nita Kumar, Jonathan A. Silk
- Theatre Arts & Performance Studies: Jack Halberstam, Tavia Nyong’o
- Translation: Ryan Bloom
- U.S. History: Ned Blackhawk, Elizabeth Hinton, Christina Snyder
Social Sciences
- Anthropology & Cultural Studies: Carl Knappett, Laura A. Ogden, Douglas Rogers, Deborah A. Thomas
- Constitutional Studies: Kim Lane Scheppele
- Education: Carola Suárez-Orozco
- Law: Thomas M. Keck
- Political Science: Kosuke Imai, Jan-Werner Müller, Jessica Pisano
- Sociology: Feng Wang
Natural Sciences
- Applied Mathematics: Paul Newton
- Astronomy–Astrophysics: Marc Kamionkowski
- Biology: Alison M. Bell, Robert M. Pringle, Corina E. Tarnita
- Chemistry: Chad A. Mirkin, Teri W. Odom
- Computer Science: Gene Tsudik
- Data Science: Martin J. Wainwright
- Earth Science: Eric Steig
- Engineering: Vivek Goyal, Petia Vlahovska
- Geography & Environmental Studies: Robert Kopp, Emily T. Yeh
- Mathematics: Henri Darmon
- Medicine & Health: Cassandra Quave
- Neuroscience: Roger Philip Levy
- Physics: Tracy R. Slatyer
- Science Writing: Jennifer Ackerman, Ed Yong
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Guggenheim Fellowships?
Guggenheim Fellowships are grants awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts, providing them with the freedom to pursue their research or creative work.
Which categories are eligible for the fellowship?
The fellowships are awarded across four main categories: Creative Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences.
How many fields of study are covered in the 2024 awards?
The 2024 awards cover a vast array of fields, including everything from Applied Mathematics and Neuroscience in the sciences to Fiction, Poetry, and Choreography in the arts.
Who are some of the 2024 fellows in the Natural Sciences?
Notable 2024 fellows in the Natural Sciences include Marc Kamionkowski (Astronomy–Astrophysics), Ed Yong (Science Writing), and Henri Darmon (Mathematics).
Are there specific awards for the performing arts?
Yes, the Creative Arts category includes specific fellowships for Choreography, Music Composition, and Drama & Performance Art.