Fulbright

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Teach, study, or conduct research abroad for free - join UI’s Fulbright Week to learn how

Friday, February 14, 2025
Take part in multiple sessions that cover the various aspects of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
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Discover Fulbright opportunities to study, do research, and teach abroad – join the info session on April 24

Thursday, February 13, 2025
The Fulbright Group Presentation Session will cover award types, application tips, and the campus application process. Attendees will gain insights into navigating the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and maximizing their chances of success.
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Iowa study abroad leader selected for prestigious Fulbright Program in Taiwan

Monday, January 27, 2025
Ana Jimenez, senior advisor and program coordinator for Study Abroad, has been selected for a distinguished Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) Program in Taiwan.
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13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop to be held January 31

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hear from current Fulbright recipients and get guidance from university faculty and staff on the application process for teaching, research, and study opportunities abroad. Open to juniors, seniors, graduate students, and alumni, the workshop aims to support UI students and alumni in securing this prestigious award, with past UI recipients recognized globally for their contributions.
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Fulbright U.S. Student Program: Learn more at this interactive presentation session

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Join the virtual Fulbright Group Presentation Session on Tuesday, November 19 to explore funded Fulbright opportunities for U.S. citizens interested in pursuing graduate or professional study, research, or English teaching abroad. This interactive session will cover various Fulbright awards, application steps, and offer guidance from Fulbright Program Advisers.
Dawn Thomas teaching students in Spain

Fulbright recipient Dawn Thomas reflects on her impactful work teaching English and art in Spain

Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dawn Thomas (MAT secondary English education ‘23) was awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship for 2023-24. Originally set to embark on her teaching journey in Israel, unforeseen circumstances led to the cancellation of her assignment. She is now serving as an English language assistant and English art assistant for students ranging from 3 years old through those in sixth grade, who speak Spanish and Gallego, in Galicia, Spain.
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UI grad Spencer Cooper-Ohm awarded Fulbright to Kosovo

Thursday, May 30, 2024
Spencer Cooper-Ohm, who received a BA in economics and English & creative writing from the University of Iowa in May 2024, is the winner of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Kosovo for 2024-25.
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UI alum Claire Breger-Belsky awarded Fulbright to Argentina

Thursday, May 9, 2024
Claire Breger-Belsky, who received an MFA in literary translation from the University of Iowa in May 2023, is the winner of a Fulbright Study/Research Grant in translation to Argentina for 2024-25.
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Loyce Arthur receives Fulbright to Indonesia to study and teach costume design

Thursday, May 2, 2024
The University of Iowa is pleased to announce that Loyce Arthur, associate professor of design in the UI Department of Theatre Arts, has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar to Bali, Indonesia, for the 2024-25 academic year.
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Carolyn Hartley receives Fulbright to Kosovo to research domestic violence

Thursday, May 2, 2024
The University of Iowa is pleased to announce that Carolyn Hartley, associate professor in the UI School of Social Work, has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar to Kosovo for the 2024-25 academic year.