A recent article published by the Chronicle of Higher Education lists Ithaca College as one of eight "Master’s Institutions” noted as a top producer of Fulbright scholars and students for 2016-17.A recent article published by the Chronicle of Higher Education lists Ithaca College as one of eight "Master’s Institutions” noted as a top producer of Fulbright scholars and students for 2016-17.
This distinction is of particular significance for the School of Humanities and Sciences, as two of the three students awarded Fulbrights for research during the 2016-17 academic year, are recent H&S graduates. Jaime Lisack ’16 (Biochemistry) received her Fulbright grant to study cell development in the Rufolf Virchow Center at the University of Wurzburg, Germany, while Erika Bucior ’16 (Environmental Studies) received her Fulbright to study an invasive plant species in Trinidad and Tobago.
Additionally, Donathan Brown, associate professor in the Department of Communication Studies, was recently presented a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to teach race and public policy during the spring 2017 semester at the University of Maribor in Slovenia.
Established at the end of World War II, the Fulbright Program is considered the flagship international exchange program, designed to "increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries." In addition to the student program, Fulbright grants are awarded to faculty and professionals who wish to teach and do research abroad. Ithaca College enjoys a lengthy and prestigious track record of success with the Fulbright Program.
See the full list of Ithaca College’s student Fulbright Award recipients >>
Learn more about the Fulbright Program and other External Fellowships, Grants, and Academic Opportunities at IC >>
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