Courtesy of Villanova University
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17 University students and alumni have been named U.S. Fulbright scholars, winning the prestigious award from the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Awarded by the U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, this program offers grants to conduct research, study and teach abroad.
Every year since 1994, at least one student from the University has been selected for the award. The University has also been listed among the nation’s top producers of Fulbright Scholars for more than a decade. In addition to the 17 recipients, eight other Villanovans were selected as alternates, and 21 Villanovans were recognized as semi-finalists.
“These amazing Villanovans have dedicated themselves to becoming globally-connected leaders, joining the lengthy list of alumni who are using their gifts to serve others,” Director of the Center for Research and Fellowships (CRF) Michael T. Westrate, Ph.D., said.
The CRF administers the Fulbright competition and provides applicants with one-on-one consultations and group support throughout the application process.
“The Fulbright Student Program gives Villanova students and alumni the opportunity to bring our Augustinian Catholic values to life by using the knowledge, experiences and skills gained at the University to ignite change around the world,” University Provost Patrick G. Maggitti, Ph.D said. “Through study, research, teaching and engagement with communities across the globe, these remarkable individuals use their talents to make a positive impact on society.”
The Fulbright Program allows recipients to meet, work with and learn from the people of the host country. The program facilitates cultural exchange through direct interaction in the classroom, field, home and in daily tasks. These experiences allow the recipients to gain an appreciation of others’ viewpoints and beliefs.
The 17 Villanovans awarded Fulbright U.S. Student Grants are:
Mark Brady ’20 CLAS, History, Economics, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Amanda Burau ’19 CLAS-Master’s, Human Resource Development, English Teaching Assistantship in Bulgaria
Christa Cook ’20 COE-Master’s, Sustainable Engineering, Study-Research in Brazil
Nora Cowley ’20 CLAS, Communication, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Christopher Deucher ’20 CLAS, Political Science, Economics, English Teaching Assistantship in Czech Republic
Elizabeth Einig ’16 VSB, Marketing, English Teaching Assistantship in Poland
Isabel Forward ’20 CLAS, English, Education, English Teaching Assistantship in Colombia
Caraline Gammons ’20 CLAS, Biology, Royal Veterinary College Award in United Kingdom
Jillian Haggard ’20 CLAS, Spanish Literature & Language, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Michelle Kimura ’20 CLAS, Peace and Justice, Study-Research in Kenya
Nathalie Leonardo ’20 CLAS, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Caleigh Manyak ’20 CLAS, Global Interdisciplinary Studies: Arab and Islamic Studies, English Teaching Assistantship in Brazil
Benjamin Moy ’20 CLAS, Environmental Science, Study-Research in Indonesia
Christina Prinssen ’20 CLAS, Global Interdisciplinary Studies: Asian Studies, Political Science, English Teaching Assistantship in South Korea
Clare Reckner ’20 CLAS, English, English Teaching Assistantship in Czech Republic
Nkiambi Sokolo ’18 CLAS, Mathematics, English Teaching Assistantship in Taiwan
Jasmine Thornton ’20 CLAS, Political Science, English Teaching Assistantship in Greece
Villanovans recognized as Fulbright U.S. Student Alternates are:
Kylie Brinson ’20 CLAS, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in Malaysia
Caitlin Donahue ’20 CLAS, Philosophy, Political Science, Study-Research in Netherlands
Ryan Harkin ’20 CLAS-Master’s, Mathematics, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Erin O’Shea ’20 COE, Civil Engineering, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Christiaan Reynolds ’21 CLAS-Doctorate, Philosophy, Study-Research in Netherlands
Julianna Ricigliano ’20 CLAS, Communication, Political Science, English Teaching Assistantship in Bulgaria
Sarah Santorum ’20 CLAS, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in Ukraine
Anna Yoo ’20 CLAS, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in South Korea
Villanovans recognized as Fulbright U.S. Student Semi-Finalists are:
Jadyn Anczarski ’20 CLAS-Master’s, Physics, English Teaching Assistantship in Netherlands
Katherine Costanza ’20 CLAS, Communication, English Teaching Assistantship in Malaysia
Kimberly Dawes ’19 CLAS, Individually Designed Major, Global Interdisciplinary Studies, Study-Research in China
Bailee Deshler ’20 CLAS, Biochemistry, Study-Research in Philippines
Emily Ellis ’20 CLAS, Biology, English Teaching Assistantship in Czech Republic
Emily Gilmore ’19 VSB, Economics, Study-Research in Italy
Blake Leonard ’20 CLAS, Global Interdisciplinary Studies: Arab and Islamic Studies, English Teaching Assistantship in Indonesia
Cali Loblundo ’20 CLAS, Biochemistry, Study-Research in Sweden
Sureatha Longstreet ’20 CLAS, Liberal Arts, English Teaching Assistantship in Indonesia
Claudia Macpherson ’19 CLAS, Biochemistry, English Teaching Assistantship in Brazil
Leanna Marciano ’20 CLAS, Economics, English Teaching Assistantship in Laos
Katherine McMahon ’20 CLAS, Education, History, English Teaching Assistantship in Netherlands
Gregory Morrison ’20 VSB, International Business, Economics, Study-Research in Mexico
Felicity Petruzzi ’20 CLAS, Humanities, Psychology, English Teaching Assistantship in Czech Republic
Michael Podgorski ’20 CLAS-Master’s, Public Administration, English Teaching Assistantship in Germany
Ammy Rodriguez-Quizi ’19 CLAS, Communication, English Teaching Assistantship in South Korea
Arman Salem ’20 VSB, Accountancy, Finance, English Teaching Assistantship in Spain
Paul Sarles ’20 COE, Chemical Engineering, Study-Research in Taiwan
Brett Schratz ’20 CLAS, Political Science, Philosophy, Study-Research in United Kingdo
John Shindelar ’20 CLAS-Master’s, Political Science, English Teaching Assistantship in Czech Republic