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USIEF Executive Director’s Message

The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), the
Fulbright Commission in India, is pleased to announce a new round of
fellowship competitions open to Indian citizens for 2018-2019. In
addition to providing opportunities for personal, academic and
professional growth, Fulbright-Nehru and other exchanges promote
mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and India.

Fulbright-Nehru and other fellowships have, over the years, helped bring people of India and the
United States closer through educational exchanges. USIEF has administered 19,235 grants for
Indians and the U.S. citizens. USIEF alumni have demonstrated strong leadership in all walks of
life, including agriculture, arts, business, education, environment, humanities and social sciences,
public health, and science and technology.

This e-brochure describes the fellowships, eligibility criteria, and procedures for applying. Once
you find a fellowship of interest, I suggest that you visit the “Current Fellows” page on USIEF's
website to learn about recent proposals that have been successful. Please view the video “Indian
Fulbrighters: Ambassadors of Change” on YouTube where alumni share their Fulbright-Nehru
experiences. I also encourage you to talk with Fulbright and other alumni about their experiences
in the United States. USIEF staff can help you get in touch with people in your field who will be
glad to answer questions. When you are ready to apply, you can download the application material
from the USIEF website.

Screening experts and selection committees look for talented individuals whose projects are
important to India and the U.S. and who have the ability to be good “cultural ambassadors.” The
ideal exchange fellow is one who both contributes important work in his/her field and encourages
Indo-U.S. networking during and after the fellowship.

Please share this e-brochure with those who may be interested. Best wishes to all of you as you
explore these exciting opportunities.

Adam J. Grotsky
Executive Director

February 2, 2017

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