Faculty Fulbright Program FAQs

• The Fulbright Scholar Program offers faculty members from U.S. institutions opportunities to internationalize their research and/or teaching experience. Fulbright supports research, teaching, and administrative possibilities, ranging in duration from three weeks to a year, in over 135 countries around the world. UNO supports faculty members applying for such opportunities, often in coordination with Faculty Development Fellowships (FDF [sabbaticals]). For additional information on FDF eligibility and the application process, faculty members should contact their college dean’s office or Candice Batton, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
• The official Fulbright website is the best resource, and it should be the starting point for all interested parties. UNO faculty members may also reach out to the Fulbright Scholar liaison on campus, Lucy Morrison, to connect to other Fulbright recipients on campus, Connie Schaffer in the Center for Faculty Excellence, Jody Neathery-Castro in International Programs, or to the relevant college representatives below.
• It is critical for faculty members to consult with their department, school, and college leaders as soon as possible of their intent to apply for a Fulbright award, as planning ahead carefully for such opportunities is essential.
• Fulbright also has wholly separate student Students interested in Fulbright opportunities can learn more at the Fulbright Students website and should connect with Lucy Morrison.

• UNO faculty members awarded a Fulbright will build skills and connections while gaining valuable international insights and cross-cultural perspectives to inform and energize their teaching and Faculty members return to UNO and can share their experiences with students and colleagues. A Fulbright Award is an impressive accomplishment to include in an individuals’ career and personal development portfolio.
• Faculty members bring rich experiences and insights from their Fulbright experiences back to UNO. Fulbright Awards can increase global engagement and research collaborations and expand teaching opportunities and The university and individual units can tout Fulbright Awards granted to their faculty as evidence of scholarly excellence.

• Opportunities for U.S. faculty members to conduct research, lecture, and/or consult with other scholars and institutions These are the awards of most interest to the faculty at UNO.

FUlbright Distinguished Scholar Awards

• Opportunities for faculty members with at least seven years of faculty experience; these awards are designed for mid- or later-career scholars.

Fulbright International Education Administrator Awards

• Opportunities for international education professionals and senior higher education officials to engage in two-week intensive seminars designed to help U.S. professionals learn about the host country and its education as well as to promote networks across each country accordingly.

• Must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national by the application deadline.
• Must be able to meet any language requirements for the specific award (where specified).

To support participation in the Fulbright program, Academic Affairs will provide up to $5,000 in support for travel abroad and related expenses for UNO faculty who are Fulbright recipients. Fulbright recipients should send a request that includes the itemized list of expenses (i.e., item and actual or anticipated cost) to Candice Batton in Academic Affairs.

Please note – each Fulbright recipient is asked to submit a single request that includes all anticipated expenses totaling up to $5,000; the request should be submitted approximately 30-60 days before travel. It may be possible for travel to be covered directly, if approved in advance. Unfortunately, the university is not currently in a position to provide salary support, but hopefully with your help, we can work to align Fulbright opportunities with FDFs.