The competition for 2007/08 Fulbright Scholar Awards is now open and I would like to take this opportunity to share with you some of the new opportunities available for American scholars, graduate students and professionals in Canada.
 
FULBRIGHT SCHOLAR AWARDS IN CANADA
 
An extensive Fulbright Visiting Research Chairs Program has been established in Canada, with awards normally valued at US$25,000 for one semester available in the following areas: business, trade and finance; education; environment, health and sustainability; governance, peace and security; identity, citizenship and globalization; law; native studies; and, North American studies. Visiting Research Chairs also benefit from on-campus support, up to $1,000 in mobility funding, and participation in the Fall Orientation in Ottawa.
 
The numerous Chairs in North American Studies would be attractive to scholars of international trade,  North American integration, environmental policy, international security, governance, public health, immigration policy, energy and natural resource management and border issues. 
 
Applications from American scholars will be accepted by the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES) until August 1, 2006. Applications forms and further details are available from the CIES web site:  http://www.cies.org/award_book/award2007/country/WesCanCA.htm
 
Please note that candidates are considered for all appropriate awards in order to maximize the opportunities available to each applicant.
 
US STUDENTS
 
The competition of 2007/08 Fulbright Student Awards opens May 1st and I would like to take this opportunity to share with you some key features of the Canada-US Fulbright Program and why US students should consider Canada.
 
US Fulbright students in Canada conduct research (towards their US graduate degree or independently), pursue graduate studies or undertake a combination of both activities at any of Canada's universities or research centers for a period of nine months. In addition to US$15,000, current American Fulbrighters in Canada participate in a Fall Orientation in Ottawa and have access to up  to $800 in mobility funding.
 
While the competition is field open, we especially encourage the following areas of study and/or research: Canada-US relations; comparative public policy; law; international trade; North American integration; communications; culture; ecology and the environment; indigenous issues; border and security issues; Canadian studies; and, American studies.
 
Detailed information is available at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/program_country.html?id=20 and www.fulbright.ca. On-campus deadlines vary by institution, though applications are normally due in late August or early September 2006. 
 
WHY CANADA?
 
While economically and technologically the nation has developed in parallel with the U.S., Canada offers many comparative differences in governance and social policy which offer rich material for researchers. A dynamic political, social and cultural milieu combined with a vibrant and welcoming research community promises American students and scholars an invaluable Fulbright experience.
 
For the American student or scholar, Canada offers a tremendous range of choices, with world-class universities and advanced research networks located in both urban centers and small towns across the country. In addition to a stimulating research setting, Canada boasts a beautiful natural environment coupled with cities, large and small, noted for their cleanliness and safety and for their cultural activities and attractive lifestyle.

If you are interested in apply for a Fulbright Scholar Award please contact the Grants office. 



 

 

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