For the first time next week, UC San Diego Extension will host orientation for a group of international Fulbright students on behalf of the State Department.
The Fulbright Program organizes several “gateway orientations” each summer to introduce its newest students to U.S. culture and to American higher education expectations and norms. Some 70 scholars from more than 40 countries will attend the San Diego session.
“This represents the perfect opportunity for UC San Diego Extension and main campus to showcase our capacity to provide an excellent introduction to American culture and university life,” said Roxanne Nuhaily, director of UC San Diego’s Extension International Programs. “We’re proud to welcome these exceptionally bright students to our campus and our community.”
San Diego-based activities will include a bus tour of the region, opening and closing dinners, meeting with current Fulbright students living in San Diego, and meeting with various community members to learn about their careers and everyday lives.
The majority of visiting students will pursue master’s degrees and doctorates. Following the orientation program at UC San Diego, the students will fly to their destination universities in the U.S. to pursue degree programs or study projects.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Fulbright program provides funding for students, scholars, teachers, and professionals to undertake graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools.