I participated in the Fulbright Foreign Student Program in 2003 and received my Master’s of Science in Education at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Studying with the Fulbright Program for two years was a fantastic learning experience both academically and culturally. When I returned to Yemen, I felt a difference in…

Before graduating this year, I was able to attend my first Fulbright Enrichment Seminar. Being able to attend this seminar as the first Fulbright student from my university was such a joyous experience. I had the chance to finally meet new Egyptian friends face-to-face after keeping in touch virtually for…

Each country around the world has many cultural and religious events that people celebrate every year. In Egypt, we have different religious and cultural events that people cherish regardless of what they celebrate. We always enjoy celebrating Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Bairam, Christmas, and Easter collectively. During the holy month of…

For the next year, Fulbright MENA will be showcasing a handful of students as they study in the United States with their new series, A Year in the Fulbright Life. Each month, spotlighted students will share an update as they continue on their Fulbright journey. February 2022 We had an election going…

For the next year, Fulbright MENA will be showcasing a handful of students as they study in the United States with their new series, A Year in the Fulbright Life. Each month, spotlighted students will share an update as they continue on their Fulbright journey. September 2021 As part of my “hydraulic…

I never had it easy, but I didn’t mind working hard for my goals. I started classical dancing and acting when I was 10, and I was at the top of my undergraduate class in filmmaking and cinematography. …

Ever since I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a doctor and, at some point, study abroad. My mom used to tell me that one day I would travel and complete my master’s, and here I am years later completing my graduate studies on the Fulbright Program…

I have always believed that studying on the Fulbright Program was like chasing the stars; it seemed impossible. I found myself underestimating my abilities, my leadership skills, and my strong determination to reach my goals, which pulled me away from applying for Fulbright. I often caught myself saying, “Fulbright is…

Life always gives people chances; chances to try again and move on, to redirect their path, to stand up again after falling, to discover their strengths, or to figure out their life goals. People either decide to grasp these chances once presented to them, or hesitation intervenes and prevents them…