“MMUF is singular in the depth of its commitment to research in the humanities and humanistic social sciences, and in its robust support of scholars that stretches from the undergraduate years to the early years in the professoriate.”

~ Lee Bynum, Associate Director of MMUF, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation

Selection Process

  • Application Review: The UNM MMUF Advisory Board will review your applications after the deadline.
  • Finalists Announced: Shortlisted applicants are invited to interview. 
  • Finalists Interview: Jan 19-23, 2026
  • MMUF Fellows Announced: February 2026
  • Confirmation: The selected candidates will sign the contract during New Corhort Orientation in the spring semester.
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