Artists, researchers, and scientists who honed their craft through Fulbright—and have made exceptional contributions to their fields—have been honored by the Guggenheim Foundation.
Eighteen Fulbrighters Selected as 2025 Guggenheim Fellows
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At the Cutting-Edge of Healthcare, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Innovation: Q&A with Dr. Rachida Parks
The Fulbrighter and professor of business is carrying out groundbreaking research in AI that is paving the way for better healthcare practices in the United States and around the world.
Ashlie Crosson Named 2025 National Teacher of the Year
The Teachers for Global Classrooms alumna encourages students in her rural school district in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania to “go global.”
American Geologist Connects with Critical Mineral Experts in Sri Lanka
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Kusali Gamage, a Geology Professor from Austin Community College in Texas, facilitated discussions about graphite supply chains between Sri Lanka and the United States.
Shaped by two Fulbrighters, Brazilian Film “I’m Still Here” Wins Oscar for Best International Feature
The film’s screenwriter Murilo Hauser earned an MFA in Writing for Film and TV from the University of Southern California through Fulbright. At USC, he was mentored by Fulbright Specialist Mary Sweeney, known for her work on “Twin Peaks,” “Mulholland Drive,” and “The Romanoffs.”
Florida Polytechnic University’s Fulbright Partnerships Spur Academic and Economic Growth
An all-STEM public university engages with Fulbright to reach its goal of top-tier technological research through international collaboration.
Fulbright Supports the Military Careers of U.S. Service Members
The Fulbright Program enhances the effectiveness of America’s military, developing skills that make the United States and the world safer and more secure.
Fulbrighter Named Next CEO of the Colombo Stock Exchange
Vindhya Jayasekera of Sri Lanka earned a master’s in finance from the University of Illinois and is an accomplished financial executive.
Fulbright 2024 Year in Review
Fulbrighters were in the spotlight this past year, becoming university presidents, Tony Award winners, government leaders, and opera composers. The Program celebrates these alumni, as well as new partnerships, innovative programs, anniversaries of Fulbright Commissions, and institutions that led in Fulbright engagement.
Jazz Professor’s Fulbright Sparks a Grammy-Nominated Album
Fulbright Specialist and bassist Jamie Ousley strengthens jazz education in Costa Rica leading to a Grammy-nominated cross-border collaboration.