The Floyd O’Neil Marriott Library Research Fellowship, offered annually by the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Special Collections Department, offers a $3,500 grant to support scholarly pursuits. Named after Dr. Floyd A. O’Neil, former director of the American West Center, this fellowship aims to spark curiosity and foster meaningful research within the Special Collections.

With access to an array of resources, from manuscripts to rare books and multimedia collections, researchers can explore an expansive variety of narratives spanning Utah, the American West and beyond. The possibilities for intellectual inquiry are endless. 

Deadline for applications is June 1, 2025. Awardees will be notified by June 20 and the project start date is July 1.

To apply, click here and simply navigate to the second tab titled “Floyd O’Neil Marriott Library Research Fellowship.”