Travel and study abroad
James Ruebel Undergraduate Travel Award
James Ruebel Undergraduate Travel Awards are also available for undergraduate students to attend the annual CAMWS meeting (not CAMWS-SS). These awards honor James Ruebel of Ball State University (and CAMWS President in 2001-2002) who was especially dedicated to undergraduate education.
This year · 2026–27
- Late January Application deadline Date to be confirmed
Last published for 2025–26: Jan 30, 2026. The office confirms the 2026–27 day.
Who can apply
- Priority will be given to students with experience in the ancient languages who are specifically planning to teach languages at the secondary school level over students who are non-language track students (e.g., Classical Civilization majors or other majors with minimum language requirements).
- Priority will also be given to students currently enrolled in a B.A. granting program over a recent graduate of a B.A. program.
- Preference will also be given to individuals who have not previously received this award.
- Applicants must be current CAMWS members.
How to apply
To apply for either Travel Award, please fill out this on-line application.
The size of the award varies according to the actual cost the travel will entail, the size of the committee's budget, and the number of applications.
Recipients are expected to accept these awards in person at the business meeting held at the conference.