Summer Academy

The inaugural Summer Academy is launching May 2022

The Ostrom Workshop is proud to announce the first Ostrom Summer Academy launching in May 2022. We worked with members of the International Association for the Study of the Commons’ (IASC) Early Career Network to create and design this special Academy to introduce early-career scholars and practitioners to the literatures and methodologies for which the Ostrom Workshop is known, including but not limited to: Ostrom Design Principles, Analytical Frameworks (IAD, GKC, SES), Polycentricity, and the Bloomington School.

We will also be showcasing an array of practical advice and tips such as grant-writing best practices, mentoring, building effective interdisciplinary teams, publishing and placement. The format will include both live synchronous sessions, which will take place over the course of 6 weeks, small group topical discussions, and access to asynchronous content.

Dates and Times

Fridays starting May 20–June 24. Summer Academy will be held 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST for 6 consecutive Fridays. Participants are expected to attend the entire program.

Fees

A fee of $150 covers course-related costs. This fee is waived for students and IASC members.

Program Goals

Develop a deeper understanding the Ostrom Workshop and the Bloomington School.
Explore the latest applications of frameworks and other topics, and learn practical ways to succeed in the academic field.
Collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects
Connect with future colleagues, collaborators, and the Ostrom Workshop research community.

Faculty

Participating faculty include Ostrom Workshop affiliates and invited experts.

Audience

Applications are accepted from graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, early career faculty, and other professionals in any discipline, including fields not traditionally represented at the Ostrom Workshop who feel their work connects to a rigorous study of governance institutions.

Applicants from any country are welcome. Due to the continuing COVID health situation, the first meeting of the Summer Academy will take place virtually via ZOOM and we are limiting attendance to 15-20 attendees.

Ready to get started?

The application period is open through April 1, 2022.

Apply now for the Summer Academy