Brazilian Scholars

The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program in Brazil is administered by the Commission for Educational Exchange Between the United States of America and Brazil.

Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program
The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program provides grants to lecture and/or conduct postdoctoral research at U.S. institutions for an academic semester to a full academic year.

In academic year 2007-2008, 5 Brazilian Scholars were awarded Fulbright grants to the U.S.

Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence (SIR) Program
The Fulbright SIR Program brings scholars and professionals from abroad to U.S. college and university campuses for a semester or an academic year, primarily to teach undergraduate courses. SIR grantees also assist in developing curricula and serve as a resource for faculty, students, and the community. Approximately 50 grants are awarded annually worldwide.

In academic year 2007-2008, 2 Brazilian scholars were awarded Fulbright SIR grants.

Fulbright New Century Scholars Program
The Fulbright New Century Scholars Program brings together a group of approximately 30 outstanding scholars and professionals each year from around the world to engage in an international, interdisciplinary collaboration on issues of global significance. The group makes recommendations designed to inform policy and practice and promote action. The program has focused on issues related to global health, sources of conflict, empowerment of women, and higher education. This year’s theme, "Higher Education in the 21st Century: Access and Equity," examines the relationship of cultural and social norms, role of primary and secondary education, and resources and policies impacting efforts to ensure equitable access to higher education worldwide.
Website: http://www.cies.org/NCS/

In academic year 2007-2008, 1 Brazilian scholar was awarded a New Century Scholar grant.

Contact Information for Brazilian Scholars
Executive Director – Dr. Luiz Valcov Loureiro
Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States of America and Brazil
Ed. Casa Thomas Jefferson
SHIS QI 09 - Conj. 17 - Lote "L"
71625-170 - Brasília-DF.
Brazil
Tel: 55-61-3248-8600
Fax: 55-61-3248-8611
Email - Master Account: fulbright@fulbright.org.br
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.br

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