Fulbright Scholar Program

This program supports educational exchanges of faculty and scholars between the United States and more than 120 countries and aims to promote mutual understanding through teaching, research, learning and professional collaboration across borders. 

Towson University hat positioned on a ledge with London skyline in the background.
Towson University is proud to have faculty participating in the Fulbright Scholar Program
Table with different flags from different countries
The Fulbright Scholar Program supports research, teaching, seminar attendance, and professional projects abroad in over 120 countries. 
Skyline of Florence, Itay
Florence, Italy representing one of the participating countries
Ireland coastline with students sitting on a ledge overlooking water
Ireland representing one of the participating countries

Congratulations to our Fulbright U.S. Scholar 2026-2027 Recipients

Dr. Elana Ehrlich faculty headshot

2026-2027 Fulbright Recipient 

Dr. Elana Ehrlich: Fulbright Global Scholar

More about Dr. Ehrlich's work
Dr. Harjant Gill faculty headshot

2026-2027 Fulbright Recipient

Harjant Gill: Fulbright Scholar, India 

More about Prof Gill's Work
Dr. Oluwatovin Oduntan faculty headshot

2026-2027 Fulbright Recipient

Oluwatoyin Oduntan: Fulbright Scholar, Botswana 

More about Prof Oduntan's Work

Why Fulbright Matters

Fulbright was created in 1946 by U.S. Congress and funded by the U.S. Government. So, for more than 75 years, Fulbright alumni have made an impact in areas like public service, science and technology, public health, arts, education,and the environment. They have taught in local schools, led nations, made groundbreaking discoveries and advanced nearly every discipline and field in academic institutions around the world. 

Through Fulbright opportunities faculty can: 

  • teach, conduct research, lead projects and join seminars worldwide
  • create lasting international collaborations
  • expand publishing network and enrich teaching
  • share expertise with scholars and professionals worldwide
  • join a dynamic, supportive alumni community

Explore Fulbright Opportunities 

Ideal for faculty interested in spending an extended period abroad conducting research, teaching courses or combining teaching and research activities.

  • Typically 2-12 months
  • Available in a wide range of disciplines
  • Opportunities available in more than 120 countries
  • Supports teaching, research or teaching-research combinations

Visit the Fulbright Scholar Program website to learn more about which award is right for you.

Ideal for faculty and professionals who wish to share specialized expertise through shorter-term international projects.

  • Typically 2-6 weeks
  • Project-based collaborations with host institutions
  • Activities may include curriculum development, workshops, faculty training and strategic planning
  • Designed for experienced subject matter experts

Visit the Fulbright Specialist website to learn more about the Specialist Program.

Interested in Applying? 

Faculty interested in exploring Fulbright opportunities are encouraged to contact Towson University's Fulbright campus liaisons early in the process.

Campus representatives can help faculty: 

  • identify appropriate Fulbright opportunities
  • review eligibility requirements
  • navigate institutional support procedures
  • connect with past Fulbright recipients
  • access application resources

Campus Support Contacts

Towson University Fulbright Recipients

Name Host Institutions Discipline Program Country  Academic Year
Mary McSweeney-Feld University of Ottawa Public Health Canada 2025-2026
Frances Botkin University of The West Indies, Jamaica Area Studies Jamaica 2022-2023
Michael Downs Jagiellonian University Writing Poland 2020-2021
Jeremy Tasch State University Higher School of Economics Environmental Sciences Russia 2019-2020
Harjant Gill Jamia Millia Islamia University Film/Cinema Studies India 2019-2020
Brian Fath  Masaryk University Biology Czech Republic 2019-2020
Desiree Rowe Kyushu University Communications Japan  2018-2019
Kimberly Katz University of Jordan History Jordan  2018-2019
Sonali Raje  Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Education  India  2017-2018
Jay Nelson Holar University College Physiology Iceland 2016-2017
Jeremy Tasch Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy Geography Azerbaijan 2014-2015
Samuel Collins Hanyang University Anthropology South Korea  2014-2015
Donald Kopka Yangon University of Economics Business Burma 2013-2014
Matthew Hoddie Finish Institute of International Affairs Social Sciences  Finland 2013-2014
Brian Fath Parthenope University  Physical Sciences Italy 2011-2012
Rebecca Pisano The Japan- United States Educational Commission  Education  Japan 2011-2012
Robyn Quick Russian State University for the Humanities  Arts  Russia  2011-2012
Joseph Rudolph  American University of Kosovo Social Sciences  Kosovo 2011-2012
Jeremy Tasch University of Transportation and Architecture Physical Sciences  Kyrgyz Republic 2011-2012
Christine Demkowych Zaporizhia National University  Journalism Ukraine 2008-2009
Todd Kenreich  Kansai University of International Studies Education  Japan  2008-2009
Frances Botkin University of the West Indies-Monna Literature  Jamaica 2007-2008
Kimberly Katz American Institute of Maghrib Studies History  Tunisia  2007-2008
Omar Ali  National University of Colombia History Columbia  2006-2007
Samuel Collins Kookmin University Anthropology South Korea 2006-2007
Edwin Hirschmann Jamia Millia Islamia History India  2005-2006
Donald Kopka  University of Danang Business Vietnam 2003-2004
Allen Zaruba Sung Kyun Kwan University  Arts South Korea 2001-2022
Frances Rothstein Ibero-American University Antropology Mexico  2001-2002
Janene Oettel  Various Institutions  Education  South Korea  2001-2002

To view full list of past TU Fulbright recipients visit the Fulbright Scholar directory. 

Lynn Tommlinson - 2023-2026
Ellen Hondrogiannis - 2023 2026