Apply to be an E.A. Morris Fellow
Benefits of being a fellow:
- Mastering new leadership approaches and understanding how to apply them in public and private life.
- Learning the fundamentals of a free society and applying them to solve problems in local communities.
- Appreciating the free exchange of ideas and acknowledging the point of view of those with whom one may disagree.
- Meeting leaders from across the state and the country.
- Acquiring valuable additional life skills.
Benefits to a community:
- Creating a new generation of leaders to address North Carolina’s major challenges.
- Integrating principles of free enterprise and individual liberty into the public debate.
- Strengthening the leadership of non-governmental institutions that can help solve community problems in the state.
- Building relationships that will bring a brighter future to the state and nation.
Requirements:
- Between the ages of 25 and 40 OR Fewer than 15 years of experience in current career.
- Must be a resident of North Carolina and a U.S. citizen.
- Must be willing to complete a special project requiring leadership and innovative thinking on a local level.
- Must have strength of character, motivation, and commitment to goals.
- Must be willing to attend all program events associated with the fellowship.
- Must not be the spouse of a current or past Fellow.
How to Apply
Download the application (PDF) and follow the instructions. Deadline for next class application: November 15, 2007 for class of 2008.
For additional information, please see the information packet and brochure (PDF downloads).
Information for Nominators is available here (PDF).