Open Call: International Cavafy Summer School 2027

The Onassis Foundation invites PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars to apply for the International Cavafy Summer School 2027. This year’s theme, “Archival Explorations: The Cavafy Archive and Digital Scholarship,” encourages research presentations utilizing the Digital Collection of the Cavafy Archive. The school will be held from July 5 to July 9, 2027, at the Onassis Mandra in Athens. The application deadline is December 18, 2026. The International Cavafy Summer School 2027 aims to explore the impact of digital archives on the research and teaching of C.P. Cavafy’s work. By engaging with the Digital Collection of the Cavafy Archive, participants will examine digital scholarship’s role in reshaping archival practices and public engagement. Participants will receive full coverage of room, board, and tuition fees. Travel grants may be available to cover all or part of travel expenses. This support ensures that participants can focus on their scholarly contributions without financial concerns. Eligible applicants include PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars. Up to two master’s-level postgraduates may be accepted based on exceptional merit. Applicants should have a background in fields related to Cavafy Studies, Digital Humanities, or Archival Science. The Summer School welcomes research presentations that utilize the Digital Collection of the Cavafy Archive. Topics can include biographical inquiry, literary analysis, or reception studies, and may incorporate other digital literary archives for comparative studies. This Summer School offers a unique platform for scholars to delve into Cavafy’s work through digital archives. It encourages scholarly collaboration and provides a setting for innovative research that can redefine archival practices and literary scholarship. Who can apply for the Summer School? PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars are eligible. Exceptionally, master’s-level postgraduates may also apply. What expenses are covered? Room, board, and tuition fees are covered, with potential grants available for travel expenses. What is the application deadline? The deadline for application submissions is December 18, 2026. Where will the Summer School take place? The event will be held at the Onassis Mandra in Athens, Greece. How will I know if I am selected? Successful applicants will be notified by the end of January 2027. Interested candidates should review the official guidelines and complete their application via the Onassis Directory. Engage with this opportunity to advance your research and connect with fellow scholars in the field of Cavafy Studies.