Learned Society of the Antiochian Sacramental Tradition

HASRC Fellowship Framework
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The HASRC Fellowship Framework

Structured as a learned society with three ranks of honorary, non-stipendiary affiliation, recognizing varying levels of engagement, scholarly inquiry, and stewardship within the Antiochian charism.

Membership Dues Notice: The HASRC Fellowship operates without annual membership dues, relying on voluntary contributions. A one-time assessor and administrative fee is charged to applicants seeking rank advancement to defray the review process.
Foundational Rank • Tier 3

Member Scholar

M.Sch.HASRC

The foundational rank within the Fellowship for individuals aligning with HASRC's mission, committed to learning from its resources and engaging in its scholarly community. Scholarly inquiry is akin to upper-level undergraduate or early graduate study.

Requirements:

  • Formal application demonstrating serious interest in HASRC research areas.
  • Agreement with HASRC's WRITES values and mission.

Privileges:

  • Official HASRC communications and research updates.
  • Access to public sections of digital archives and monographs.
  • Invitations to public webinars and recognition in directories.
Active Engagement • Tier 2

Associate Fellow

Assc.F.HASRC

For individuals actively engaging with HASRC's work through study, practice, publication, or research assistance. Scholarly level reflects master's or doctoral-level research capacity.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 12 months as Member Scholar OR foundational coursework completion.
  • Active participation in forums, seminars, or published articles.
  • Recommendation from at least one existing Fellow and Director approval.

Privileges:

  • Access to semi-private digital archives and closed forums.
  • Potential to assist Senior Fellows on research projects.
  • Opportunity to submit and showcase articles in JOIS.
Highest Standing • Tier 1

Fellow

Sen.F / Res.F / Hon.F / F.Em

The highest rank, conferred by nomination or appointment based on merit, service, and demonstrated mastery or scholarly leadership within the Antiochian tradition. Equivalent to senior academic/post-doctoral standing.

Requirements:

  • Progression from Associate Fellow or direct appointment for leadership.
  • Substantial original publications or educational materials produced.
  • Significant service to HASRC, SMDS, or ACOA.

Privileges:

  • Full access to all archives and ability to recommend candidates.
  • Authority to propose and lead official research initiatives.
  • Highest institutional honor and voting participation in governance.

Fellow Sub-Categories

Recognizing specific avenues of scholarly contribution and ecclesiastical stewardship.

Sen.F.HASRC

Senior Fellow

Holding active leadership, directorial, or administrative roles within HASRC or related bodies.

Res.F.HASRC

Research Fellow

Primarily focused on conducting, authoring, and disseminating original research aligned with our mission.

Hon.F.HASRC

Honorary Fellow

Conferred upon distinguished individuals whose external work significantly supports our charism.

F.Em.HASRC

Emeritus Fellow

Senior figures (like Patriarch Frank Bugge) serving in respected foundational advisory roles.

Begin Your Fellowship Path

Submit your curriculum vitae, background in spirituality or ministry, and letter of intent to the Office of the Registrar to be evaluated for rank admission.

Submit Formal Application