Michigan State University continues legacy of producing numerous Fulbright Scholars

Michigan State University has once again been recognized as a top-producing institution for Fulbright Scholars. The Fulbright Program is an international exchange program from the US government that gives students, professors, and faculty the opportunity and ability to conduct research in different countries. Michigan State University has had Fulbright Scholars every year since 1950.

According to an article on Michigan State University’s website, Steven Hanson, who is the vice provost and dean for International Studies and Programs, explained the significance of Fulbright Scholars coming from MSU’s campus, saying, “Fulbright Scholars play an important role in fulfilling the university’s global mission, serving as ambassadors for MSU while abroad, broadening our international partnerships, enhancing our reputation and deepening ties with institutions and communities around the world. When they return, they bring new knowledge, insights and global perspectives that enrich the entire Spartan community.”

This year, seven Fulbright Scholars were selected from Michigan State University. The scholars are Courtenay Barrett, Higinio Dominguez, Meagan Driver, Fayyaz Hussain, András Komaromy, Casey O’Donnell, and Abou Traoré. These scholars will work on their research projects in their exchange countries which will help them increase their networking abilities and give them valuable research opportunities.

Interim president of Michigan State University Teresa K. Woodruff, Ph.D. was quoted as offering her congratulations for this year’s Fulbright Scholars, saying, “Michigan State’s commitment to advancing knowledge and transforming lives plays out in an increasingly interdependent world, and scholarship in international settings adds great value to the work of our faculty members. The Fulbright Program has been a constant partner in offering such opportunities for professional growth. I am grateful for our long and productive relationship and extend my heartiest congratulations to our newest Fulbright Scholars.”

Michigan State University is the only doctoral-level university in the United States that has been recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for a consecutive decade. Of the distinction of being a top producer, Lee Satterfield, who serves as the assistant secretary of state for educational and cultural affairs, said, “Fulbright’s Top Producing Institutions represent the diversity of America’s higher education community. Dedicated administrators support students and scholars at these institutions to fulfill their potential and rise to address tomorrow’s global challenges. We congratulate them, and all the Fulbrighters who are making an impact the world over.”

For more information about Michigan State University, visit the school’s website.