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Social Dynamics of Maternal Health

Shining a light on the importance of maternal health through the Fulbright program.

Small Actions, Big Impacts in Bangladesh

"Some boys ran up to me and asked why I was doing this," says Filip. "I explained that I had clean parks and places to play in and for one day I wanted them to have a place like that as well."

Sharing Our Stories Through Dance

After more than a decade of war ravaged the village of Freetown in Sierra Leone, the infrastructure remains in ruins and the people now live with the physical and emotional scars of a country taken by violence.

Preserving the Culture of Modernizing Villages Through Photography

Fulbright Scholar Kathleen McLaughlin documents the modernization of Maramures, Romania through pictures.

Photographer in Bangladesh

Interactive Media teacher Geoffrey Hiller reflects on his time in Bangladesh.

Partner Schools Share Culture of the Americas through “Murga”

"I think my students will see another side of the United States and their young citizens."

Overcoming Culture Shock Through Volunteer Work

Instead of withdrawing or isolating herself, Westmoreland overcame her culture shock by doing an activity she enjoys in the U.S. – volunteering.

NBA Legend Tracy Murray Goes Beyond the Game as Sports Envoy

During Tracy Murray's most recent trip to Greece as a Sports Envoy, he conducted basketball clinics and engaged in dialogue with young people on “fair play” and social justice.

Learning a Language and Making Personal Connections

CLS Participant Makes Personal Connections While Learning a Language

Keeping an Open Mind

Learning About Foreign Policy and Culture Through the Gilman International Scholarship Program

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