While all 黑料正能量 grantees and alumni are ambassadors of the program, the ambassadors below are especially eager to be in contact with you. See below a brief biography of each ambassador and how they can help.
The Fulbright Finland Outreach Ambassadors volunteer to promote the 黑料正能量 programs (develop informational sessions, represent the 黑料正能量 in study abroad fairs, distribute grant program information at their institution), offer information and advice for future Fulbright Finland applicants, as well as integrate and engage U.S. Fulbright grantees into the university community with future applicants and other Fulbright Finland alumni.
English
, NY
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2007-08, Fulbright Finland Renewal Grant 2009-11
"I'm happy to connect with anyone interested in pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in the U.S.; particularly with prospective student-athletes looking into and curious about college athletics. Anyone who is moving to the Boston area and / or has questions about integrating into the US should also feel free to reach out."
Environmental Issues
Shippensburg University, PA
Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders from Europe 2022-2023
鈥As a Youth Leader who participated in the 鈥淪USI鈥 2023 program, I am more than happy to assist and provide you with more information regarding this program, my experiences as well as the benefits of becoming a Finland Fulbright Alumni. I am also open to welcoming and giving a Helsinki city tour to new Fulbrighters coming from the U.S!鈥
Environmental Policy
, SC
Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders from Europe on Environmental Issues 2021-2022
"I'm happy to help incoming scholars and students to integrate into Joensuu and answer any questions about living or studying in Finland. If you are applying for the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders from Europe -program or going to Columbia, South Carolina, in general, I'm ready to share my experiences. Feel free to reach out, in person or remotely."
Physics
, MA
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2021-22
鈥I am happy to help with the undergraduate degree application process, as well as integration into the US student life. I can also advise on issues related to undergraduate research.鈥
Optical Metrology
, U.S. Department of Commerce, MD
Fulbright-Technology Industries of Finland Grants 2021-22
"I'm happy to help anyone interested in pursuing post-doctoral research in the U.S or in Finland. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding moving, living and integrating in either the U.S. or Finland, especially if you鈥檙e moving to Colorado or Helsinki area."
Public Administration
, MA
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2022-23
"Happy to support anyone wondering about studying in the US, especially at Harvard University. Ask me about the application process, the administrative side of the process, the studies, student life, or anything else. As a now former mid-career student, I'm particularly eager to help other mid-career professionals think about the pros and cons of taking a break from regular life to develop oneself personally and academically!"
Geography
, NV
Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders from Europe on Environmental Issues 2021-22
"I'm happy to share my experience and answer any questions you have about the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders from Europe -program, University of Nevada, Reno or studying in the United States. Feel free to reach out if you need assistance integrating into Joensuu or Finland in general."
International Business
, FL
Fulbright-KAUTE 黑料正能量ion Award 2021鈥2022
鈥I am available for formal presentations and informal chats in Finland and abroad, live or virtual. I鈥檇 be happy to engage with incoming and outgoing scholars, helping them to prepare for their visit to Finland or to the U.S. I鈥檇 gladly talk about opportunities with 黑料正能量 as well as the practicalities of academia and living in the U.S. and in Finland.鈥
Global Affairs
, CT
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2021-22
Fulbright Finland Renewal Grant 2022-23
"Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions related to college life in the Ivy League, the undergraduate application process, or anything in between. I'm also more than happy to have a chat about American academics without a native English background, navigating unexpected situations in the U.S., and making the most of your experience beyond the classroom."
History
, NC
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2019-20
"I am happy to help U.S. Fulbright scholars and students to integrate into living in Finland. I am also happy to engage with Finnish Fulbright scholars and students about academic life and living in the U.S."
Physics / Fusion and Plasma Physics
, CA
Fulbright-KAUTE 黑料正能量ion Award 2019-20
"I'm happy to engage with incoming or outgoing scholars and students and participate in events on either side of the Atlantic, time zones permitting. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding moving, living, studying, or integrating in either the U.S. or Finland: I鈥檒l be happy to assist remotely or locally!"
Law
, NY
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant, 2021-22
鈥I am glad to share my experience and discuss postgraduate degree options in the field of law, formal qualification requirements, ensuing opportunities, and beyond. I am also more than happy to connect with U.S. grantees to Finland, either virtually or in person.鈥
Social Sciences
Shippensburg University, PA
Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders from Europe on Environmental Issues 2022-2023
"I am more than happy to answer any and all questions about the Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders from Europe -program, assist in the application process or just have a chat (virtually or live) about anything U.S. related! Please feel free to reach out if you鈥檇 like some help integrating into Finland or Turku specifically."
Liberal Arts and Sciences
, MA
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2021-22
Fulbright Finland Renewal Grant 2022-23
"I am excited to answer any of your questions about applying to schools in the US and navigating student life there. Don't hesitate to reach out especially if you are interested in Economics or other social sciences, but I can help you out with the application process no matter which field you are interested in!"
Health Sciences
ASLA-Fulbright Research Grant for a Junior Scholar 2021-2022
"I am happy to engage with incoming scholars and help them to integrate into Jyv盲skyl盲. I am also available for Finnish researchers to talk about research opportunities in the U.S. and share my experiences of moving and living in the U.S."
Clarinet Performance
, NY
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2021-2022
"I look forward to getting to know current and future music students and professionals who are interested in taking part in higher education in the U.S. and Finland. I have experience studying music performance and pedagogy in Finland and the U.S. and I'm eager to share my knowledge with you. Wheter you want to meet in person or invite me to share information over email or video call, I will gladly take up your invite."
Music Education & Education Policy
, NY
, NY
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2019-20
"I am available for presentations and informal meetups regarding doctoral and postdoctoral research opportunities in the U.S and Finland. I am happy to help U.S. Fulbright scholars to integrate into academic life and living in Finland. Also, please feel free to contact if I can assist you to get settled in New York City."
Sociology
, CA
Asla-Fulbright Graduate Grant, 2010-11
, NY
Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Scholars and Professionals, 2021-22
"I am happy to help incoming Fulbrighters settle in the beautiful town of Joensuu. I can also share my experiences of moving to California as a graduate student with children (2010) or taking part in the 6-week SUSI program in New York City (2022) for outgoing grantees. I am proud and happy to be a member of the global Fulbright family."
History / American Studies
, SC
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2011-12
, NC
ASLA-Fulbright Research Grant for a Junior Scholar 2019-20
"I can talk about research opportunities in the U.S. and help Finnish Fulbright scholars/researchers with their questions about living in the U.S., particularly in the South. I can also help American Fulbright scholars to integrate into their host department and living in Finland."
Marine Biology
, HI
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2020-21
"I would love to help with everything related to studying in Hawai'i or in the United States in general. Don't hesitate to reach out, if you are interested in marine biology or studying on a tropical island! I can for example give some tips on the application process, visas, and travel restrictions due to COVID-19."
Finnish Language
, WI
Fulbright Finnish Language and Culture Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA) 2019-20
"I am here to help if you are thinking about applying to the FLTA program, or if you are new to Turku (Finland) or Madison (WI, USA)."
Economics
, MI
ASLA-Fulbright Research Grant for a Senior Scholar 2019-20
"I am ready to help American faculty coming to Finland with integration, both on cultural & societal and academic side. To start with, I would love to meet virtually or in person鈥 over a cup of good coffee perhaps."
Social Sciences
, TN
Fulbright Finland Partnership Awards with Vanderbilt University 2018-19
"I am happy to share my 4-year undergraduate journey in Vanderbilt University and advice students aiming to pursue higher education in the U.S.. I am particularly interested in helping students navigate the undergraduate application process, adapting to everyday life in USA or Finland, as well as exploring post-degree career options in USA.鈥
History
, CA
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2019-20
"I am available for webinars or other type of online communication concerning graduate level research stays in the U.S. I am also happy to talk about studying and working in an international environment on a more general level."
Cognitive Studies
TN
Fulbright Finland Partnership Award With Vanderbilt University 2022-2024
"If you're interested in applying to universities in the U.S. or just visiting the country, feel free to reach out! I have received a lot of help from fellow Fulbrighters on my journey, and it would make me so happy if I could pay that kindness forward! So just shoot me a casual email, and I'll try to get back to you asap. There are no stupid questions, and I think it's wonderful that you're exploring your global options!"
Law
, MA
ASLA-Fulbright Graduate Grant 2022-23
"Feel free to reach out with any questions regarding life in Finland - or the process of going to study in the USA! I would be happy to have coffee or dinner with you and your family, or to discuss research and professional opportunities in a video call - whatever you need at the moment."
Human Geography
, MT
Fulbright Finland Undergraduate Grant 2002-2003
"I鈥檓 always available to Finnish and American Fulbright scholars and students in Montana- 鈥淣o individual or nation can achieve alone, the connections we make, take us closer to our goals and bring us home, no matter where in the world we are鈥 Looking forward to connecting!"
Human Genetics
, CA
ASLA-Fulbright Pre-Doctoral Research Fellows 2019-20
"I鈥檓 ready to engage with incoming and outgoing scholars alike - feel free to contact me if you want to discuss any part of the experience or need help navigating the process of integration either in the U.S. or in Finland. I鈥檓 available both in person and remotely, for events as well as casual chats, and whatever falls in between."
History
, TX
ASLA-Fulbright Pre-Doctoral Research Fellows, 2021-2022
"I鈥檓 happy to connect with incoming and outgoing Fulbrighters and help with settling down in Finland/give advice on what it is like to move to the US, particularly to the south. I have experience on doing interviews with people in the US so I can also help with the IRB process and share tips on how to do fieldwork in a foreign country."
Education
, AZ
Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching 2021-22
"I am more than happy to help American teachers coming to Finland any way I can, both personally and remotely. I am also ready to share my experiences and information about the program."
Health Sciences
, NM
Fulbright Arctic Initiative Research Awardee 2020-23
"I'm happy to engage with incoming scholars and students, help them integrate into Oulu, and answer any questions about living or studying in Finland. Feel free to reach out in person or remotely!"
Language Teaching and Finnish Literature
, WA
Fulbright Finnish Language and Culture Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA) 2021-22
"I am happy to help you with questions related to the FLTA program, or if you are new to Turku (Finland) or Seattle (WA, USA). "
Fine Arts
, NY
ASLA-Fulbright Pre-Doctoral Research Fellows 2019-20
"I would like to help with spreading the information about Fulbright possibilities at my institution and academic network. I would also be happy to advise Fulbrighters who are planning to come to Finland or Finnish Fulbrighters who are planning to go to New York. I'm open to any suggestions from Fulbright Finland on how to help."
Children's Literature and Information Design
, MA
ASLA-Fulbright Mid-Career Professional Development Grant 2021-22
"I was a Fulbright Finland鈥檚 Mid-Career Professional Development program grantee 2021-2022 at The Center for the Study of Children鈥檚 Literature, in Simmons University, Boston, MA. I would love to help around themes linked to my own fields - illustration, information design, graphic design, children's literature - as well as with questions on Mid-Career Professional Development grant. I am more than happy to share experiences in putting together a project as self-employed and finding the right collaborators."
Interdisciplinary Studies
, MI; , MA
ASLA-Fulbright Mid-Career Professional Development Grant 2021-22
"I will be happy to help anyone interested pursuing PhD studies or post-doctoral research, particularly in the humanities and social sciences, and with professionals seeking career development opportunities either in Finland or in the US."
Education
, AZ
Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching 2019-20
"I am ready to help American teachers coming to Finland any way I can. I am also willing to share my experiences and information about the programs."
If you are interested in becoming a Fulbright Finland Outreach Ambassador contact Maija at [email protected].
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