 Fulbright Forum - Newsletter of the Fulbright Academy - March
2009
Dear [First Name will go here] [Last Name will go here]
In this issue,
FAST is recognizing some of our institutional members and supporters and also seeking speakers and experts to participate in several upcoming
programs. Speakers/participants at upcoming events can be Fulbright scholars, Fulbright hosts or individuals who have particular knowledge
in the subject area.
FAST Sponsors and Partners
Because FAST is
not funded by the Fulbright Exchange Program or the Commissions, the organization is only able to organize high quality programs through the support of
corporations, institutions and individuals whose lives were positively impacted by a Fulbright experience. Some of the institutions are listed
below.
In
chronological order, upcoming events are:
1. Academic Exchanges with North Africa/Muslim World - May 19-21, Denver, Colorado
2. International
Chemistry Education - August 16-20, American Chemical Society, Washington, DC
3. Environmental
History - August 4-8, WCEH2009, Copenhagen, Denmark
4. Psychology -
American Psychological Assn - August 6-9, Toronto, Canada
5. Combating
Counterfeiting - Sept.30-Oct.2, Salzburg, Austria
6. IT Policy for
Education Summit - Oct. 11-14, MICDL, Northport, ME
7. Antarctica Treaty Summit - Nov.30-Dec.3, Washington, DC
Visit our
website for the full list of programs and topics - www.FulbrightAcademy.org.
Because of the
strength of the Fulbright alumni network, FAST is able to bring multi-national and multi-disciplinary expertise to bear on topics such as those listed
above. Fulbright alumni are leaders in all of the above programs, and we look forward to your involvement. If you are working on a meeting,
conference or research project that could benefit from the involvement of Fulbright scholars, please send us a note or call FAST at 866-F-BRIGHT
(207-799-3098).
Our 4th Annual Conference is being held in Macedonia in two weeks. We are
expecting Fulbright alumni and guests from 15 countries at the program, which will highlight new technologies and innovations coming from smaller countries -
places that may not get to the front-page of international media but have ideas that are applicable worldwide. Registration is still open. For a list of
attendees and or to download the program, please visit our website. http://www.fulbrightacademy.org/page/123570/
---- Eric
Howard, Executive Director, 1989 Fulbrighter to Germany
DETAILS ABOUT THE ABOVE LISTED PROGRAMS
(with additional information available on our website: www.FulbrightAcademy.org)
1.
Academic & Scientific Exchanges with North Africa/Muslim World - FAST, May 18-21, Denver, Colorado
FAST is working
with US Federal Agencies, Denver-area universities and the Libyan Student Union on a three day conference to discuss progress in
academic and scientific exchanges during the past five years and develop recommendations to improve the exchanges. The
science discussion will focus on medical sciences, engineering, water and energy-related topics. Participants include 70 Libyan graduate students (mostly
mid-career professionals), staff from international exchange offices at US universities, water & energy experts, and high-level government officials
from the US and Libya. We are seeking university faculty & staff and private sector individuals to lead and participate in the
discussions. http://www.fulbrightacademy.org/page/136112/ <
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2.
International Chemistry Education - August 16-20, American Chemical Society, Washington, DC
A new FAST
member is organizing a symposium at the ACS Annual Conference. "Collaborations between scientists often transcend borders and cultural differences. The
fundamental nature of science allows scientists to communicate using their knowledge of their field but the institutions that support them are often hindered
by financial and cultural barriers. As a result, US students are often unaware of opportunities for chemistry study in countries other than the United States .
This symposium will discuss ways in which barriers to cross-cultural scientific exchange can be lowered." We are seeking papers on
international exchange programs, classroom methods, and international experiences. In particular, authors from organizations with a vested interest in chemists
with a global perspective are encouraged to present. Please contact FAST for
details.
3.
Environmental History - August 4-8, WCEH2009, Copenhagen, Denmark
The First World
Congress on Environmental History will explore topics such as environmental perceptions, historical geography, agricultural/land-use history, forest policy,
disease & pollution and cross-disciplinary research. FAST is working with Fulbright alumni to host a program during the Congress. Abstracts
for papers are due by April 20. www.wceh2009.org
4.
Psychology - American Psychological Association - August 6-9, Toronto, Canada
Last year, the
APA conference had a special program for Fulbright scholars, and over 100 Fulbrighters participated in programs such as a reception with Mrs. Harriet
Fulbright, a poster session and a discussion on the impact of Fulbrights. Some of the outcomes of that meeting are online on the APA
website, and many Fulbrighters will be attending the 2009 conference in Canada. www.apa.org/international/fulbright.html
5.
Combating Counterfeiting - Sept.30-Oct.2, FAST, Salzburg, Austria
This global
conference explores science and policy efforts to combat counterfeiting in fields such as pharmaceuticals, food, digital media, consumer goods and crime
prevention. The conference will explore new techniques while also providing key background information to individuals who aren't experts but "should"
know more about the subject because they work in fields that are increasingly being impacted by counterfeit products. Some speakers have been
identified, but we are seeking additional speakers and participants are from enforcement agencies, the private sector and the research and education community.
http://www.fulbrightacademy.org/page/134591/
6.
IT Policy for Education Summit - Oct. 11-14, MICDL, Northport, ME
This summit will
address how the digital revolution is transforming K-12 education. It will bring together policymakers and leading experts from around the world to
develop a blueprint for large-scale change. It is being held in Maine, which was the first jurisdiction in the world to guarantee that each middle-school child
had a laptop computer. On March 10, the Governor announced an expansion: every student in 7th through 12th grade will receive a free Apple
computer. FAST is working with the Maine International Center for Digital Learning to identify speakers and participants. Contact FAST for
details.
7.
Antarctica Treaty Summit - Nov.30-Dec.3, Washington, DC
This summit will
assess the legacy of the 1959 Antarctic Treaty on the 50th Anniversary of its signing, exploring science-policy interaction in international governance. It
will be a multi-national, multidisciplinary program held at the Smithsonian. We are seeking speakers and participants with expertise in Antarctica, polar
research, and the management of international commons. http://www.atsummit50.aq/
INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERS & SPONSORS:
The Fulbright Academy has ties with institutions worldwide. In 2008, FAST had with nearly 100
institutional members and sponsors. In this issue, we are proud to list some of the institutions that are helping us this year through a
membership, sponsorship or in-kind donation.
- Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
- SONY DADC
- Ss Cyril & Methodius University
- University American College
- Seavus Group
- American Institute for Maghreb Studies
- Macedonian Enterprise Development Foundation
- University of Denver
- Libyan Student Union
- Monsanto
- Microsoft
- Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in
Canada
- FON University
- South Eastern European University
- Wilmington College
- Boston College
- Brigham & Women's Hospital
- Maine Medical Center
Institutional membership is $500 for institutions of higher education and
$1,000 for corporations and government agencies. Institutional members receive special benefits, including support on grantwriting, reduced rates on
registrations, invitations to special events, and other services. (visit website for details or call Alex at 207-799-3098). For a full list, visit
www.fulbrightacademy.org/page/71947/
FAST also has a Director's Circle - individuals who have made or secured a
donation of at least $1,000 to the Fulbright Academy. They are often leaders in the Fulbright alumni community; individuals who are committed to the Fulbright values of
international understanding and intellectual exploration and want to ensure that those values are maintained. For information, visit www.fulbrightacademy.org/page/125228/
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