
Transatlantic Academic Exchanges: Fulbright and FulFred at Federico II University
The Fulbright Program, established in 1946, is a premier international educational exchange initiative sponsored by the U.S. government. Its primary aim is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries through academic, cultural, and professional exchanges. The program offers various opportunities, including the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program, and specialized programs like the Fulbright Specialist Program, Fulbright Arctic Initiative, and Fulbright Amazonia Program. These programs facilitate the exchange of knowledge, skills, and experiences, fostering global connections and cooperation (The Fulbright Program)
The Fulbright Program in Italy
Active since 1948, the Fulbright Program in Italy has a rich history of fostering academic and cultural exchanges between Italy and the United States, managed by the U.S.-Italy Fulbright Commission. This long-standing tradition has significantly enriched the academic careers of numerous Italian and American students and scholars, promoting international collaboration and understanding. The program has played a crucial role in building strong educational and cultural ties between the two countries, enhancing the global perspective of its participants (The U.S.-Italy Fulbright Commission).
FulFred (Fulbrighters Fredericiani)
FulFred, or Fulbrighters Fredericiani, is a vibrant community at Federico II University, dedicated to current and former Fulbright scholars. The network includes both Italian Fulbright scholars affiliated with Federico II University and U.S. Fulbright Scholars who have visited Federico II University.
FulFred aims to promote awareness of the Fulbright program through meetings and events where scholars can share their experiences and discuss the opportunities offered by the program.
FulFred seeks to support Fulbright alumni in their professional and academic endeavors, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. It organizes events, workshops, and seminars to facilitate the exchange of research findings and insights gained from the Fulbright experience.
For additional information, feel free to reach out to us at infofulfred@unina.it.
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We look forward to connecting with you!”