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ANNUAL REPORT 2014 connect. We connect alumni, grantees, friends and supporters of the U.S. Fulbright Program through local and national events, volunteer and service opportunities and innovative programs to continue a lifetime of experiences, collaboration, networking and meaningful connections. Through these interactions, we connect alumni to likeminded individuals and organizations who share a passion for cultural exchange and mutual understanding between nations and people around the globe. engage. We engage Fulbright alumni to connect in meaningful ways through 60 chapters and national programs, hosting visiting scholars, mentoring fellow Fulbrighters, collaborating at dinners and lectures and giving back through service programs in other countries for a continued role in cultural diplomacy. Fulbrighters share a transformational experience and our alumni enjoy continuing to foster these shared experiences over a lifetime. support. We support and actively advocate for the Fulbright Program and related international exchanges to ensure future generations of Fulbright grantees will continue to carry out our mission of advancing international understanding among all peoples. We make proactive contributions to world societies and help catalyze progress on select challenges for multi-year initiatives that promote the Fulbright ideals globally. We are a visible, vocal champion of the Fulbright program and represent the ideals of the Fulbright legacy and vision of using international educational exchange to foster peace through cross-cultural understanding, capacity building and action. inspire. We inspire future generations of Fulbrighters and alumni to continue in their lifelong quest for mutual understanding, people-to-people dialogue and action on national and global issues. Our vision is to: • Advance Senator Fulbright’s goal of promoting mutual understanding and peace globally through international exchanges • Serve the international Fulbright alumni community, one of the most impactful groups of international exchange participants in the world • Focus our U.S. Fulbright community on core initiatives of global significance that advance the Fulbright ethos TEDxFulbright Washington D.C., themed, “Dare to Think ,” featured 16 inspiring speakers presenting to the largest audience ever assembled at a Fulbright Association event.

Contents Letter from the President 4 Advocacy: Making Your Voice Heard 18 Message from the Executive Director 5 Vision for 2015 & Beyond 20 Membership: Connecting in Ways That 6 Financials: Working Responsibly 24 Matter Donor Contributions & Appeals 25 Chapter Network: Supporting Alumni 7 Board of Directors & Staff 26 Chapter Events & Networking 8 National Events & Conferences 14 TEDxFulbright & Social Innovation Challenge Berlin Conference: Entrepreneurs in a Borderless World 37th Annual Conference & Fulbright Prize Selma Jeanne Cohen Lecture Award & Photo Exhibit Letter from the President

Dear Fulbrighters and Friends, for International Understanding for his tireless efforts to reduce international conflict. Later that It was a dynamic year! Our month, the Fulbright Program was honored with Executive Director, Steve the Prince of Asturias Award for International Reilly, continued to expand the Cooperation presented by King Felipe VI in Association’s innovative ideas Oviedo, Spain. Evan Ryan, Asst. Secretary of and partnerships, and turned State, Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs, over the reins in late 2014. While accepted the award on behalf of the Program. we’ll miss him and thank him for his service, the Both Harriet Fulbright and Stephen Reilly were transition has in no way slowed us down. We’re also invited to attend. fortunate to have as our Executive Director, Jennifer Gennaro Oxley, who joined us in 2014 as We also participated in the SaveFulbright Director, Development & Outreach. She continues advocacy campaign that engaged Fulbrighters to do an excellent job and we’re pleased that she around the globe, resulting in bipartisan U.S. decided to serve us in this capacity. Congressional support to reinstate full program funding. It was a grassroots effort that rallied We continue to benefit from the 2013 merger alumni, friends, media and public attention – a with the Fulbright Academy. Our expanded, testament to the power of the Fulbright voice to incredibly dedicated board contributes sustain Fulbright scholarships. immeasurably to the Association, its events and programs. In 2014, we strengthened our chapter I extend my gratitude to our talented team of network by reactivating chapters, increasing smart, connected and valued national and chapter chapter engagement in advocacy and forming a boards, members, supporters and staff. We’re also Chapter Advisory Board for more collaboration appreciative of the continued support of the U.S. on regional events, input into national programs State Department, our international community and best practices training. and the Alliance for International Education. It was the first year we organized and sponsored The Fulbright Association is committed to a TEDxFulbright event. This dynamic event with advancing the legacy of the Fulbright Program. thought-provoking TEDx talks, themed Dare to This year, we will enhance and expand our Think, attracted 430 attendees from 83 countries. mission-driven initiatives. We depend on you We also launched our first-ever Social Innovation to help us advocate for sustainable funding, Challenge, where amazing Fulbrighters presented and to expand our service programs. To reach social innovation ideas. EnvisionFulbright, one our potential, we need your help. Please give as of the finalists raised $8,000 via crowdfunding to generously as possible. distribute reading glasses in South America and Thank youwith best wishes, and has since partnered with the Fulbright Association, RestoringVision and Timmy Global Health to engage alumni in this program. A highlight was our 37th Annual Conference and John H. Vogel Fulbright Prize, with record attendance of alums and friends who participated in 57 sessions, with President & Chairman, Board of Directors 87 speakers on inspiring Dare to Act topics. We presented Dr. Hans Blix with the Fulbright Prize

4 | Fulbright Association Message from the Executive Director

Dear Members and Friends, • Increasing the public awareness of the Fulbright effect by highlighting the I’d like to introduce myself, thought leadership, impact and profiles of our five Jennifer Gennaro Oxley, as our alumni and their causes; I’ve recently assumed the core impact role of Executive Director of • Connecting, inspiring and supporting the Fulbright Association. I’ve had the our community in ways that matter such areas pleasure of meeting many of you and I look as service, events & programs; guide our future programs forward to meeting many more of you in • Strengthening our local chapter network. & strategic initiatives the future. I’d like to assure you our devoted members, volunteers and supporters that the Every alumnus/alumna, institutional 1. International Education organization’s vision, strategy and plan are supporter and international partner has a 2. Peacemaking & being executed in 2015 and we will continue vital role to play in our future and the success Conflict Resolution our momentum of growth, innovation and our global Fulbright community. We’ll make greater global visibility. every effort to be a visible, vocal champion of 3. Global Health the Fulbright program. We’ll strive to listen, In a time of great change and conflict in 4. Economic Development & engage, champion and inspire you for an the world, the Fulbright program stands Entrepreneurship environment where we can collectively secure as an inspiring platform through its goals 5. Sustainability the future of the Fulbright program and you of mutual understanding and a global can achieve your aspirations. community dedicated to citizen diplomacy. In collaboration with our Board of Directors, We appreciate your continued support, chapter network, global partners and staff, volunteerism and guidance – what a talented I look forward to increasing the Fulbright and valued community. You make the Association’s efforts to secure the future of the difference in ensuring a great future for the Fulbright Program by increasing awareness of Fulbright Program! the alumni impact across the globe. Feel free to reach out to me, our committed The Fulbright Association plays a key role in board or capable staff at any time. advocating for the Fulbright Program and We’re here for you! connecting alumni in ways that matter and I am honored to be a part of this community. Warm Regards, It is through you, our alumni and supporters, that we ensure future Fulbrighters continue to experience this transformative program that embodies cultural understanding, respect and Jennifer Gennaro Oxley diplomacy. Executive Director Together, we’re focused on these goals: • Advancing our global alumni community’s advocacy efforts;

2014 2014 Annual Annual Report Report || 5 Membership: Connecting In Ways That Matter

Univ. of California, Riverside The Fulbright Association extends the In 2014 our outreach focused on membership Univ. of Central Florida international exchange experience of the growth and engagement through our 60-chapter Univ. of Central Oklahoma network, resulting in 230 events, higher Univ. of Cincinnati Fulbright Program by promoting opportunities Univ. of for lifelong learning, collaborative networking engagement at the local level and 571 new Univ. of Florida members. We have seen continued growth in Univ. of Georgia and service at home and abroad for Fulbright Univ. of Guam alumni, supporters and friends. senior membership since it was reintroduced, Univ. of Houston with 163 new senior members in 2014. Univ. of Idaho Fulbright Association members form the active Univ. of Kansas We conducted five campaigns to expand our Univ. of Kentucky constituency that helps us promote and preserve Univ. of Maine, Orono institutional members, including collaboration Fulbright exchanges to ensure that they continue Univ. of Massachusetts, Boston with the White House Initiative on Historically Univ. of Miami to benefit future generations. Members are Univ. of Michigan, Dearborn Black Colleges & Universities and outreach Univ. of Michigan, Flint U.S. Fulbright Program alumni and friends to community colleges and Minority- and Univ. of Mississippi of international education, plus hundreds of Univ. of Nebraska, Lincoln Hispanic-Serving Institutions, resulting in a Univ. of New Hampshire institutional and corporate supporters. 30% increase in institutional members. Univ. of North Carolina, Charlotte Univ. of North Carolina, Pembroke Univ. of North Carolina, 2014 Institutional Members Wilmington Univ. of North Carolina, Alabama State Univ. College of Wooster Jarvis Christian College Rhode Island School of Design Chapel Hill Albany State Univ. Colorado College John Carroll Univ. Rice Univ. Univ. of North Florida Alfred State College Columbia Univ. Kent State Univ. Rider Univ. American Univ. Columbus State Univ. Lake Forest College Rochester Institute of Technology Univ. of Notre Dame Amherst College Cooper Union for the Lewis and Clark College Roger Williams Univ. Univ. of Pittsburgh Ana G. Mendez Univ. Advancement of Science & Art Lewis Duncan/Rollins College Rollins College Univ. of Portland Arizona State Univ. Creighton Univ. Longwood Univ. Rutgers Univ. Univ. of Puget Sound Assumption College Dartmouth College Louisiana State Univ. Saint Leo Univ. Univ. of Redlands Auburn Univ. DePaul Univ. Loyola Marymount Univ. Saint Louis Univ. Univ. of Richmond Auburn Univ. at Montgomery DePauw Univ. Lynn Univ. Salisbury Univ. Univ. of Scranton Augsburg College Drake Univ. Macalester College Samford Univ. Univ. of South Carolina Austin Peay State Univ. Drexel Univ. Manhattan College Samuel Merritt Univ. Univ. of South Florida Azusa Pacific Univ. East Carolina Univ. Marywood Univ. Santa Clara Univ. Univ. of Southern California Barbados Community College Eastern Michigan Univ. Massachusetts Institute Scripps College Univ. of Tennessee Bard College at Simon’s Rock Emory Univ. of Technology Seattle Univ. Univ. of Texas, Arlington Baruch College Fairfield Univ. McKendree Univ. Smith College Univ. of the South, Sewanee Baylor Univ. Ferris State Univ. Mercer Univ. Southeastern Louisiana Univ. Univ. of Tulsa Bellarmine Univ. Flagler College Metropolitan Community Southern Illinois Univ., Univ. of Wisconsin, Platteville Bennett College Florida State Univ. College, Omaha Carbondale Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Bethune-Cookman Univ. Fordham Univ. Miami Dade College Southern Methodist Univ. Univ. of Wisconsin, La Crosse Birmingham-Southern College Fresno Pacific Univ. Michigan State Univ. St. John’s Univ. Univ. of Wisconsin, Whitewater Bowdoin College Frostburg State Univ. Middlebury College St. Olaf College Univ. of Wyoming Bowling Green State Univ. Furman Univ. Mills College St. Philip’s College Utah Valley Univ. Bradley Univ. George Fox Univ. Mississippi State Univ. St. Edward’s Univ. Valdosta State Univ. Bronx Community College George Washington Univ. Missouri State Univ. Stanford Univ. Valparaiso Univ. Georgetown Univ. State Univ. of New York at Broward College Montclair State Univ. Vanderbilt Univ. Bucknell Univ. Georgia Regents Univ. Montgomery County Oswego Vassar College Cabrillo College Georgia State Univ. Community Colleges State Univ. of New York Virginia Commonwealth Univ. California State Polytechnic Gonzaga Univ. Morehouse College at Potsdam Virginia Military Institute Univ., Pomona Gordon College Morgan State Univ. Stephens College California State Univ., East Bay Grinnell College New York Univ. Stetson Univ. Virginia State Univ. California State Univ., Long Beach Harris-Stowe State Univ. Nicholls State Univ. Swarthmore College Wagner College California State Univ., Fresno Hendrix College North Carolina State Univ. Syracuse Univ. Washington & Jefferson College California State Univ., Higher Education Teaching & Northeastern Univ. Taylor Univ. Washington State Univ. Monterey Bay Learning Assn. Oakland Univ. Texas A&M Univ. Wayne State Univ. California State Univ., Sacramento Hobart & William Smith Colleges Oakton Community College Texas Christian Univ. Webster Univ. Carnegie Mellon Univ. Hope College Ohio State Univ. Texas Tech Univ. Wellesley College Case Western Reserve Univ. Howard Univ. Oklahoma State Univ. Trinity Univ. West Virginia Univ. Central State Univ. Idaho State Univ. One To World Tufts Univ. Western Michigan Univ. Chapman Univ. Illinois State Univ. Oswego State Univ. of New York Tulane Univ. Western Washington Univ. Chicago State Univ. Illinois Wesleyan Univ. Pennsylvania State Univ. Universidad Autonoma Westminster College City Univ. of New York Indiana Univ. of Pennsylvania Pitzer College de Yucatan Wheaton College Claflin Univ. Institute of Purdue Univ. Univ. of Alabama, Birmingham Widener Univ. Claremont McKenna College International Education Radford Univ. Univ. of Arizona William Paterson Univ. Coe College Iowa State Univ. Regis Univ. Univ. of Arkansas, Fayetteville Williams College College of William & Mary James Madison Univ. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Univ. of California, Berkeley Woodbury Univ.

6 | Fulbright Association Chapter Network: Supporting Alumni

The Fulbright Association chapter network continues to be the backbone of the U.S. alumni organization with 60 chapters nationwide, all led and managed by volunteer members who reside locally. We continue to expand into new areas. The Oregon chapter was successfully revitalized in 2014 and discussions are underway for North Dakota and Montana chapters. Chapters provide opportunities for fellow alumni and visiting Fulbrighters to connect through cultural exchange in many meaningful ways and play a vital role in our communities advocating for the Fulbright Program and providing enrichment activities to visiting fulbrighters. Our chapters hosted over 230 programs for visiting Fulbrighters and alumni in 2014.

Alabama Chapter Minnesota Chapter Arizona Chapter Mississippi Chapter Arkansas Chapter National Capital Area Chapter Austin Chapter Nebraska Chapter Blue Ridge, Virginia Chapter New Hampshire Chapter Brazos Valley Chapter New Jersey Chapter Central New York Chapter New Mexico Chapter Central Pennsylvania Chapter North Carolina Chapter Central Virginia Chapter North Florida Chapter Chicago Chapter North Texas Chapter Colorado Chapter Northeast Ohio Chapter Connecticut Chapter Northern California Chapter Eastern New York Chapter Northern New York Chapter Eastern Washington/ Ohio Chapter North Idaho Chapter Oklahoma Chapter Georgia Chapter Oregon Chapter Greater Los Angeles Chapter Philadelphia/Delaware Valley Chapter Greater New York Chapter Rhode Island Chapter Greater Puget Sound Chapter San Antonio Chapter Hawaii Chapter San Diego Chapter Houston/Southeast Texas Chapter Seven Rivers Region Chapter Humboldt Chapter South Carolina Chapter Idaho Chapter South Florida Chapter Fulbright Spotlight: Indiana Chapter Southeast Virginia Chapter Julianne McCall Iowa Chapter Southern Illinois Chapter Kentucky Chapter Tennessee Chapter Julianne McCall is a neuroscientist Louisiana Chapter Utah Chapter developing regenerative therapies for Maine Chapter Vermont Chapter brain and spinal cord injury using gene Massachusetts Chapter Western New York/Northwest therapy techniques. In parallel, she Michigan Chapter Pennsylvania Chapter directs the International Neuroscience Mid-Florida Chapter Wisconsin Chapter Competition for high school students, engaging tens of thousands of students across 30 nations every year to learn about the brain. She was also the curator and co-founder of TEDxFulbright.

2014 Annual Report | 7 Chapter Events & Networking

San Antonio Chapter: Southwest Symposium chapter activities. The The San Antonio chapter hosted a regional Southwest Association matches Symposium, including a keynote reception by San the grant by covering Antonio Mayor Ivy Taylor, presentations by a former CIA all administrative costs, operative and former HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros and chapters dedicate and a closing barge ride event on the San Antonio River volunteer hours. sponsored by the Mayor’s office. Fulbright alumni, Chapters apply for one graduate students, Peace Corps representatives and a of two grant programs: variety of organizations led fascinating discussions on Board members Kari Burnett, Cristina Sisson, 1) enriching exchange their international experiences and ongoing research. Jenni Schneiderman & Meredith McNeil celebrate with Ron Harvey. experiences of visiting This event was made possible by the Fulbright Association, Fulbrighters or 2) creating and building connections Department od State, Bureau of Education & Cultural that support U.S. alumni engagement, through a call for Affairs and the Office of the San Antonio Mayor. proposals. During the 2013-2014 grant year, a total of Scholarships were awarded to attendees based on need. $85,000 was distributed to 27 chapters. Chicago Chapter: Service Award Chapter Leadership Workshop The Dee Sarelas The Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs grant also Service Award honors assisted some chapter leaders in traveling to the Fulbright the memory of this Association Annual Conference in October 2014 for a founding member of Chapter Leadership Workshop. This three-hour workshop the Chicago chapter. proved to be an invaluable session for chapter leaders to Left to Right: Dr. Burr, Trinity Univ., Dr. Aven, Dee is remembered share best practices in strengthening chapter management Dean, HEB School of Business, UIW, Dr. Aubone, St. Mary’s Univ. (board), Dr. McBurnett, for her ability to bring and alumni engagement. We thank the Bureau of UIW (board), Adam Greenup, Office of people together across Educational & Cultural Affairs staff and chapter leaders San Antonio Mayor (board) at Symposium cultures, including for presenting sessions that help our chapters continue her contributions working for the American Red Cross, to create value for alumni and provide a lifetime of Salvation Army Training College and as a liaison at White connections through shared common experiences. House conferences. Each year, this annual celebration brings alumni together to see old friends, make new connections and recognize one alumni for “above and beyond” service. Congratulations to the 2014 Dee Sarelas Service Award Recipient: Dr. Ron Harvey, Chicago chapter president and psychology researcher at DePaul University. Nominees Left to right: Howard Lehman (Utah), Ron Harvey (Chicago), Erwin Cho included: Cristina Sisson (chapter treasurer, Consular (Northern California, National board), Pat LeMay Burr (San Antonio) & Corps liaison) and Don Garner (past president). Keith Roberts (Los Angeles) gather at the Chapter Leadership Workshop. Grant Programs for Enrichment & Engagement Mary Kirk, Director, Office The Fulbright Association administers an annual grant of Academic from the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational Exchange Programs, & Cultural Affairs for chapters to provide enrichment Department of and alumni engagement activities for visiting Fulbright State, presents to scholars and alumni. The grant is 100% pass-through 40 leaders at the Chapter Leadership revenue to chapters with all funds going directly to Workshop

8 | Fulbright Association Minnesota chapter alumni & students enjoy a beautiful Fulbright Fall Outing.

Minnesota Fulbrighters host a “Fulbright Wild Night” to watch the NHL Minnesota Wild hockey game in downtown St. Paul. (Photographer: Tobias Gulden, chapter webmaster, second from the left).

Fulbright students & alumni on the trail at Interstate Park, Minnesota.

2014 2014 Annual Annual Report Report || 9 Chapter Events & Networking

New Chapter Advisory Board in 2014 Results showed that chapter leaders care In 2014 we marked an exciting evolution about grant funding, membership and for chapters with the launch of our Chapter visiting Fulbrighters lists, and more regional Advisory Board, providing a platform for collaboration. chapter leaders to share best practices for a richer alumni experience, voice input on new New Funding Structure for Chapters initiatives and expand collaboration on regional The Fulbright Association implemented a new and national events and programs. funding structure for chapters in 2014, that provides incentives to increase individual and Two co-chairs were selected to lead the Chapter institutional memberships, alternate revenue Advisory Board: Pat LeMay Burr (San Antonio streams, and also established a semi-annual chapter) and Phil Lyon (Greater New York schedule for distributing funding to chapters. chapter). Eight chapter leaders representing a cross-section of chapters with innovative Best Practices for Chapters programming and membership initiatives from A key goal for the Chapter Advisory Board is different U.S. regions were also selected to serve to capture and share best practices, especially on the Chapter Advisory Board. in the areas of innovative programming and membership engagement. These board 2014 Chapter Advisory Board Initiatives members will create an online Chapter Best Survey to Assess Chapter Needs Practices Toolkit that will be updated each The Chapter Advisory Board implemented a year for all chapters to reference. In 2015 they needs assessment survey in 2014. They will introduce the Balanced Scorecard for received a high response rate with one-third chapters to measure achievements by chapter of all chapter leaders completing the survey. size and alumni numbers.

Chapter Advisory Board members William Pjura (Massachusetts chapter president) and Charlotte McDaniel (Central Virginia chapter board)

10 | Fulbright Association 2014 Chapter Advisory Board

CAB Leadership CAB Board of Directors *

PAT LEMAY BURR RACHAEL ALDRIDGE Co-chair National Capital Area SAN ANTONIO

PHIL LYON Co-chair KIM EGER GREATER NEW YORK Georgia

The Chapter Advisory Board (CAB) will expand in 2015 to 11 regions of 5-6 chapters headed by an overall RON HARVEY chair presenting annual reports to the National Board. Chicago Each CAB member chairs a chapter subcommittee. Chapters are encouraged to nominate a candidate to serve. This advisory board is a key step towards more engagement, collaboration and greater chapter CHARLOTTE MCDANIEL involvement in national events and programs. Central Virginia

MUSHTAQ MEMON E. Washington/N. Idaho

MERIDETH PAXTON New Mexico Right to left: William Pjura (Massachusetts chapter president), Dale Masi (Harvard University), Deborah Addis (Massachusetts chapter board) & Stephen Reilly at The Harvard Club Fulbright event. WILLIAM PJURA Massachusetts

SUZANNE TIERNEY Greater Puget Sound

* Mike Dorsher (Minnesota) & Jason Romano William Pjura (Massachusetts chapter president) talks (Chicago) served their terms partially. to guests at the Harvard Club event.

2014 Annual Report | 11 Chapter Events & Networking

Partnering with the White House Initiative Connecting Young Professionals on Historically Black Colleges & Universities Our chapters have created a Young Professionals In August 2014, the Fulbright Association Network to engage and support young Fulbright announced a first-time collaboration with the alumni in career development and mentorship. White House Initiative on Historically Black The mission is to engage and inspire all Colleges and Universities, to expand visibility generations of Fulbright alumni to support of the Fulbright Program to minorities. Over a the next generation of Fulbright leaders. Our 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities chapters continue to engage young alumni (HBCUs) were invited to join the Fulbright through programs, such as the Young Emerging Association’s institutional network. We conducted Leader lecture series and speaker bureaus. outreach through targeted emails and calls, resulting in 25 schools joining the Fulbright The Young Professional Network aims to Association as institutional members in 2014. connect Fulbright alumni to: 1) job opportunities, 2) professional development, Investing in Diversity 3) internship opportunities and 4) career The Fulbright Association is dedicated to advice and networking. supporting diversity and encouraging students, educators and professionals from diverse cultures Expanding Communications and ethnicities to participate in the Fulbright We continue to expand our communications Program. We also encourage a variety of with our alumni. Our electronic newsletter is institutional environments to engage in well-read by alumni members, featuring Fulbright activities. engaging Fulbrighter stories, legislative and We conducted targeted outreach to not partner updates, distinguished alumni spotlights, only attract Historically Black Colleges and grant opportunities, highlights from chapter Universities, but also Minority- (MSIs) and events and national programs and a wealth of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) as well news from our global community. as tribal and community colleges, resulting in In 2014 we launched an improved website for the significant expansion of institutional members in Fulbright Association (www.fulbright.org). It has 2014. received great feedback from alumni and partners From the origin of the Fulbright Program, it has who enjoy the hundreds of Fulbrighters’ stories, always been envisioned as a program in which institutional profiles, chapter map, online store to educators, students and practitioners from all purchase official Fulbright apparel and advocacy backgrounds could participate. We continue section for legislative updates. We also expanded to support the Department of State’s diversity our connections with alumni on social media. initiatives through alumni mentorship, chapter engagement and speaker’s bureau series.

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12 | Fulbright Association Chapter Spotlight

Northern California Chapter

In November 2014, the Northern California chapter celebrated Native American History Month. Fulbright alumni, scholars and students were invited for a special docent-guided viewing of Lines on the Horizon: Native American Art at the de Young Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco.

Spanning more than 1,000 years of artistic creativity, the exhibition focused on the indigenous arts of the American Southwest, singular pieces from the Northwest Coast and the first Plains ledger drawings to enter the permanent collection.

Northern California chapter alumni and visiting scholars gather at the de Young Museum in San Francisco to celebrate Native American History Month

2014 2014 Annual Annual Report Report || 13 National Events & Conferences

TEDxFulbright: Dare to Think Berlin Conference The Fulbright Association organized and sponsored The Fulbright Association co-sponsored a it’s first TEDxFulbright event in April, 2014, held in entrepreneurship conference, ‘Entrepreneurs in a Washington, DC. Partnering with dedicated alumni, Borderless World,’ with the German and French including lead curators Julianne McCall and Roselin Alumni Associations in Berlin in May 2014. Over 150 Van Der Torren, we staged a dynamic event with Fulbrighters and friends attended from more than 20 thought-provoking TEDx talks. The line up of amazing countries, including entrepreneurs, graduate students, Fulbrighters inspired the audience to Dare to Think, representatives from Department of State and missions with talks ranging from the lives of people in Chernobyl, from around the world. International slave trade to nutrition classes in rural . Presenters also spoke on education in the Middle East, democracy in the Age of Data, empowerment of women entrepreneurs in Africa and and the use of drones for social change. We could not have imagined a more perfect union between Fulbright and TEDx. The event attracted 430 attendees from 83 countries and received global 150 Fulbrighters from more than 20 countries gathered in Berlin to discuss “Entrepreneurs in a Borderless World” attention. TEDxFulbright continues to be a powerful platform for our alumni to share ideas that benefit Alina Luk, undergraduate studying societies around the globe and inspire others to do abroad in Berlin, was an attendee who had already the same. co-founded two startups by age 20. As part of the Social Innovation Challenge conference, a contingent of U.S. alumni served as mentors and mentees in a dynamic “mentor Our first-ever Social Innovation Challenge was held speed-dating” experience. concurrently with TEDxFulbright. Five finalists, all inspiring Fulbrighters, presented social innovation ideas 37th Annual Conference: Dare to Act to a panel of judges and a receptive crowd who voted 250 alumni and friends gathered for the annual live for the conference, held in Washington, DC in October. The winner and event boasted 80 speakers, including an impressive finalists. group of international dignitaries, political and Acumen intellectual leaders and innovative alumni whose Fellow work embodied this year’s Dare to Act theme. During Adnan the opening reception at the House of Sweden, Dr. Khawaja Hans Blix, 2014 Fulbright Prize laureate, discussed his 2014 Social Innovation Challenge winner won for fascinating work in leading the International Atomic Adnan Khawaja. his creative Energy Agency and Monitoring, app, Odd Jobber, a mobile tool connecting low-income Verification & Inspection Commission. workers rickshaw drivers with guranteed rides. One The conference kicked off with , of the finalists, EnvisionFulbright, raised $8,000 via Fulbright alumnus and former President of ; Rita crowdfunding before the event to distribute reading Bruun Akhtar, Executive Director, U.S. Educational eyeglasses in South America and Africa, and partnered Foundation in Pakistan; and Tom Healy, former FFSB with the Fulbright Association, RestoringVision, and Chairman discussing government programs that build Timmy Global Health and rolled out a new service human capital in developing countries and promote program for alumni to participate in. global equality through mutual understanding.

14 | Fulbright Association Left to right: John Vogel (National Jeremy Pesner & Josephine Dorado present at board president), Hans Blix (2014 the 2014 Social Innovation Challenge Fulbright Prize Laureate), Kelly Keiderling (Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary) & Thomas Pickering (former United Nations ambassador)

2014 Annual Report | 15 National Events & Conferences

Annual Conference (con’t) the international community for over possible by support from the Fulbright Cecilia Conrad, VP, MacArthur Fellows six decades. During a period of great Association and National Capital Area Program, moderated an exciting panel tension in the Middle East, he was chair chapter, Bureau of Educational & with Janine Jagger (2002 fellow) and of the International Atomic Energy Cultural Affairs and the Ronald Reagan Corey Harris (2007 fellow). Our lunch Agency and has been credited with Building’s Office for Trade Promotion. panel presented diversity best practices reducing the threat of war in the Middle The exhibit demonstrated the immersion from Lowes, Morgan Stanley, Howard East. He currently serves as honorary of these alumni in their host countries, University and Deloitte, and the poster president of the World Federation of portraying personal friendships and session gave 40 exhibitors from multiple United Nations Association. the joy of human connections across generations the opportunity to share The program also showcased stories cultures not likely to be experienced their work. Emily Sendin, Director from young alumni and Fulbright by the casual traveler. It served as a of Human Rights, FNE International, recipients presenting on how the reminder of the transformative aspects Miami Dade College professor, and of the Fulbright Program. Meghan Lazier, MFA candidate, School Fulbright Program changed their lives. of Visual Arts, concluded the program These testimonials segued to a far- Selma Jeanne Cohen inspiring alumni to use innovation to reaching tribute to Nelson Mandela, Lecture Award invoking his efforts to “create a better, promote change in our communities. The Selma Jeanne Cohen Fund for more just world.” The ceremony also International Scholarship on Dance honored the memory of Gretta Bader Fulbright Prize for celebrates the influential and visionary who created a well-known bronze International Understanding contributions of dance historian Selma sculpture of former Senator Fulbright. The Fulbright Association Prize for Jeanne Cohen. The fund was created Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Peace and Understanding recognizes with a generous gift from Dr. Cohen Nations, Thomas Pickering, closed outstanding contributions in bringing in 2000 recognizing the importance of the ceremony by presenting Dr. Blix peoples, cultures or nations to greater her Fulbright exchange in Russia and with the 2014 Fulbright Prize. As understanding of others. For the past perpetuating her interests in dance Dr. Blix spoke about the importance twenty years, this significant honor has as an international enterprise. Cohen of multilateralism, his insight into been bestowed on Nelson Mandela, dedicated her life to dance, as not only international affairs and sense of humor Corazon Aquino, Desmond TuTu, Bill an art form capable of expressing ideas, served as an inspiration for all attendees. Clinton, Bill and Melinda Gates, Doctors but also as a means of bridging the gap Without Borders, among others. between international cultures. The 2014 Fulbright Prize Ceremony & Dr. Patrick Alcedo, Professor at York Gala was an elegant affair, held at the University’s Department of Fine Arts, Ronald Reagan Building & International was the 2014 Selma Jeanne Cohen Trade Center in Washington, DC in Awardee. He demonstrated how the October. The 2014 folk dances of the Philippine diaspora Prize honored Fulbright Alumni Photo Exhibit featured in Canada reflected the nation under photographer Collete Fu. Dr. Hans Blix, various colonial powers, the difficulties Fulbright alumnus, Fulbright Alumni Photo Exhibit of its post-colonial experience and its Swedish diplomat In October the first photography exhibit, immigrants, whose remittances serve as and lifelong featuring 30 documentary photographs one of the Phillippine’s largest sources of opponent of the by Fulbright alumni, opened at the income. Through Dr. Alcedo’s analysis spread of nuclear Ronald Reagan Building Studio in and performance, audiences experienced 2014 Fulbright Prize weapons. Dr. Washington, DC. Timed to coincide how cross-cultural understanding serves honored Dr. Hans Blix Blix has served with FotoWeekDC, the exhibit was made as a liberating experience for all.

16 | Fulbright Association Selma Jeanne Cohen Lecture Award

2014 Cohen Lecturer: Patrick Alcedo

Dr. Patrick Alcedo was the 2014 Selma Jeanne Cohen Lecture Awardee. He spoke and demonstrated how the folk dances of the Philippine diaspora in Canada reflected the nation under various colonial powers, the difficulties of its post-colonial experience and its immigrants, whose remittances serve as one of the Phillippine’s largest sources of income. Through Dr. Alcedo’s analysis and performance, audiences experienced how cross-cultural understanding serves as a liberating experience for all.

Patrick Alcedo performs Filipino Stick Dance

2014 2014 Annual Annual Report Report || 17 Advocacy: Making Your Voice Heard

The Association The global Fulbright community was shocked by a proposed $30M reduction to the Fulbright scholarship is committed to budget during the U.S. Congressional appropriations cycle in 2014. As a result, SaveFulbright, spearheaded education and by Fulbright alumnus Yussi Pick and the European Fulbright Commissions, launched in March 2014 to advocacy efforts rally support for the Fulbright Program from Fulbright alumni around the globe and heighten awareness to make sure for the critical impact of the Fulbright Program. Fulbright alumni An extensive advocacy campaign brought together passionate supporters from 70 voices are sister international associations and commissions, the Alliance for International heard and we Education, International Institute of Education and the Fulbright Association. keep Fulbright Participants secured over 27,000 signatures from 130 countries for the SaveFulbright petition, and scholarships collected 500 stories about the significant impact Fulbrighters have made in their local communities and for future abroad. Our alumni, chapter leaders and partners stepped in with personalized letters, calls and meetings generations. with local legislators to secure support. The overwhelming wave of alumni support was widely publicized in mainstream media, including “Save Fulbright” articles in the Chronicle of Higher Education, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post and numerous others. This grassroots effort resulted in bipartisan U.S. Congressional support to reinstate full program funding, Oregon Fall Welcome Reception attended by a representative from Senator Ron Wyden’s office a testament to the power of the Fulbright voice to sustain a program so critical to global diplomacy, national security “For nearly eight decades, the Fulbright Program and economic impact on local communities. has proven invaluable in fostering meaningful The Fulbright Association continues to strengthen its dialogue between the U.S. and other cultures, advocacy through frequent visits with legislators on Capitol including notable political leaders from dozens of Hill and chapter advocacy initiatives that emphasize local nations across the world. Through partnerships impact in our communities. The Brazos Valley Chapter abroad, hundreds of thousands of fellows, hosted Congressman Bill Flores (R-TX) and his wife Gina including myself, have been privileged to share the importance of democracy.” at its May alumni dinner to discuss the Fulbright Program, – CONGRESSMAN TOM COLE (R-OK) and the Oregon chapter held a Fall Welcome Reception hosting a representative from Senator Ron Wyden’s office. Former Executive Director Stephen Reilly met with Congressman Tom Cole (R-OK), a Deputy Majority Whip and Fulbright alumnus, to discuss the program’s future and alumni concerns. Congressman Cole expressed the need to continuously advocate for the Fulbright Program so Americans always remember the important role of Fulbrighters and our deep-seated commitment to Stephen Reilly (former executive director) & Samantha Reidy cultural diplomacy. (FA intern) on Hill visit with Congressman Tom Cole (R-OK)

18 | Fulbright Association Fulbright Spotlight: Frank Folwell Frank Folwell is a photojournalist in Washington, DC, helping media improve visual communications. His experience includes 20 years at USA Today as a photo and graphics editor. He has worked as a media trainer in a dozen countries from Yemen and Pakistan to Armenia and Colombia. Recently, he led boot camps for journalists from seven Arab countries held in Egypt and Jordan and has conducted workshops at Zagreb University and Dubrovnik University in Croatia and American University of Kyrgyzstan. In 2013, Frank spent six weeks teaching at Fujian Normal University in Fuzhou, China, as a Fulbright Specialist. At USA Today, he covered conflicts in Somalia and the Balkans, the Soviet collapse and U.S. presidential campaigns. He directed photo coverage of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, and coverage for the Summer Olympics for USA Today in China. In 2011 he was a visiting professor at China’s Shantou University and served as a judge for the prestigious China International Press Photographers’ Contest.

2014 2014 Annual Annual Report Report || 19 Vision for 2015 and Beyond

The Fulbright Association is committed to being a opportunities where they can give back and continue visible, vocal champion of the Fulbright Program to impact the world. In 2015 the Fulbright Association – connecting, supporting, engaging and inspiring will launch its Alumni Service Corps, a new initiative alumni in ways that matter. Largely a volunteer- to connect and engage Fulbrighters through a series of supported nonprofit, we are inspired by the marked service-oriented programs. Members of our national increase in volunteerism, donations and support. board have been instrumental in developing this Our vision is to understand alumni needs, improve program, in collaboration with our staff and partners. valued programs and create new ones and embrace our culture of volunteerism and generosity to better Alumni Service Corps Trip to Albania support our chapters and global community. In September 2015 the Fulbright Association’s first Alumni Service Corps project will launch, when a We have seen the power of our community as we group of 15-20 alumni will join the conservation effort united to secure funding in 2014. Imagine what is to restore buildings in the city of Gjirokastra, a World possible if each of us commits to champion Fulbright? Heritage Site in southern Albania. Be on the lookout for new service projects in 2016 with opportunities to What action will you take to advance Fulbright? make an impact in other parts of the world. Will you share our impact with your Congressman? Take an action to advance cultural understanding? EnvisionFulbright Tell your life-changing story? Support us with active Our Northern California chapter is helping us pilot membership, volunteerism and contributions? this program, which came out of the Social Innovation Challenge in April 2014. EnvisionFulbright is a Below are initiatives in motion for 2015 & beyond: mission-oriented program, operated in collaboration with RestoringVision and Timmy Global Health. Advocating as a Visible, Vocal Champion Individual alumni have the opportunity to serve The Fulbright Association national board, chapter as a volunteer distributing reading glasses as they leaders and staff have a renewed focus on advocacy to accompany Timmy Global Health’s medical team be a visible, vocal champion of the Fulbright Program in its efforts to provide healthcare to underserved for our vital role in cultural understanding, diplomacy communities in developing countries. and peace-keeping. Insight Tours to Cuba We have stepped up advocacy and outreach with a In late 2014 the Fulbright Association announced frequent presence on Capitol Hill with legislators, this new program of people-to-people cultural tours, more chapter involvement in advocacy to show beginning with a contingent of Fulbrighters visiting our local impact in our communities and deeper Cuba. Our first Insight Tour to Cuba was publicized relationships with our international Fulbright partners just days before President Obama’s announcement to grow our legislative voice and impact. to improve US-Cuba relations, building high interest from our alumni to join in this April 2015 trip. Every Fulbrighter and supporter has a vital role in increasing awareness and securing Fulbright Collaborating with Chapters & Partners scholarship programs for generations to come. The Fulbright Association collaborates with chapters and through partnerships to deliver new experiences, Launching New Service Programs programs and service initiatives to its alumni, donors Service and cultural understanding is innate in and supporters, expanding the ways alumni can Fulbrighters, and alumni continue to pursue connect in ways that matter.

20 | Fulbright Association Above: Georgia chapter takes visiting Fulbrighters to the Chattahoochee River Basin for whitewater rafting.

Left: The raft trip was a fun enrichment activity discussing sustainability, water uses and demands and the evolution of cities.

2014 Annual Report | 21 Vision for 2015 and Beyond

TEDxFulbright, Los Angeles, September 2015 longtime funders who have never had the opportunity The Fulbright Association will partner with the Greater Los to meet and share their Fulbright story. As the Council Angeles chapter to host our second annual TEDxFulbright grows, we’ll have special events throughout the country event. Themed,Fights Worth Fighting, audiences will listen and an experiential Fulbright Council event. Each to inspirational TEDx Talks. Our international community exclusive event will be a special time to honor those in the and partners will be able to set up viewing parties as the Council and share thoughts on the power of Fulbright. event will be live-streamed globally. Fulbright Lecture Series 38th Annual Conference This Lecture Series will be an intimate experience in In November 2015 our annual conference will be held the home of a Fulbrighter. In 2015, we have one event in Atlanta, showcasing another of our great cities. Five planned on the topic of international peace. A prominent chapters are collaborating on the planning to bring together Fulbrighter in Atlanta is opening his home for this Fulbrighters and global leaders who will share inspiring opportunity to honor and connect with leaders doing presentations and spark conversations on “Creating great work in international peace. This series deepens Pathways to Peace through Global Health and Education.” connections with local chapters and helps us raise needed funds. Each year, we’ll expand the topics and locations. Alumni Service Corps Our Alumni Service Corps is built on successful 1946 Society partnerships making these in-country experiences a Named to commemorate the founding year of the Fulbright success. Global Exchange will partner with us on the Program, the 1946 Society is a multi-year commitment to Insight Tours handling logistics and tours. For the ensure consistent and sustained giving. Become a member Albania Trip, Cultural Heritage Without Borders is our of this exclusive society with an initial gift of $1,946 and partner managing on the ground accommodations and annual gift of $1,000 per year to remain a society member. the Albanian Fulbright Association will co-host a reception and dinner. And EnvisionFulbright kicks off Incredible Life Planned Giving our exciting collaboration with RestoringVision and The Fulbright exchange is a life-changing experience. Timmy Global Health. The Fulbright Association makes it a lifelong experience. A planned gift advances our mission. It includes bequest Looking ahead, we desire to build a global community intentions, life insurance policies, life estates, charitable of fellows, exploring partnerships with Kellogg and remainder trusts and lead trusts. Planned giving donors MacArthur Fellows, collaborating to improve cultural are critical to our long-term sustainability. We will honor understanding and impacting social good in global health, donors sharing information about their incredible lives. education, peace-keeping, sustainability and more. The Fulbright Association is committed to securing the Advancing Donor Stewardship legacy of the Fulbright Program – strengthening advocacy, This year marked significant advances in donor stewardship membership, service and impact. We challenge you to and our potential to engage and support Fulbrighters will become a champion – meet with your Congressman, increase moving forward with a series of new initiatives: invite Fulbrighters to a program, share your story and support us with a contribution. Today, the need for Fulbright Council cultural understanding is vast. And the Fulbright voice This Council is being established to celebrate donors who is vitally important. Together, we continue to change make a commitment of at least $30,000. We have many the world.

22 | Fulbright Association Left to Right: Eliane Karp, Harriet Fulbright & Alejandro Toledo (former Peru President) at the Fulbright Prize event

Members of the Fulbright Association National Board at the Annual Conference.

250 Fulbright alumni and friends gathered to attend the 37th Annual Conference: Dare to Act at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC in October 2014.

2014 20142013 Annual Annual Report Report || 23 Financials: Working Responsibly

The CPA firm of Gelman, Rosenberg, and Freedman annually conducts an independent audit of the Association’s financial statements in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). We are continually focused on improving the financial position of the organization. In 2014 we were pleased to report an expanding institutional membership base, greater operational efficiencies and increased donations from our generous supporters who help us accomplish more and advance the legacy of Fulbright. This year also marked another year where administrative costs were kept low at only 17%.

Fulbright Association Statement of Activities and Changes in Net Assets For the Year Ending December 31, 2014 with Summarized Financial Information for 2013. A complete copy of the audited financial statements is available upon request from the Fulbright Association.

REVENUE 2014 2013 Contributions $ 283,693 $ 97,924 Grants 156,827 196,706 Interest/Dividend Income 105,910 64,053 Annual Meeting & Events 126,039 133,575 Memberships 287,868 203,523 Other Revenue 10,561 3,789 TOTAL REVENUE $ 970,898 $ 699,570

EXPENSES Program Services: Annual Membership $ 119,172 $ 139,617 Chapters 78,566 15,078 Advocacy 18,534 15,609 Conference 156,654 171,233 Fulbright Prize 226,858 623 Special Projects 62,493 736 Grants 166,402 311,463 Total Program Services 828,679 654,359 Supporting Services General & Administrative 186,260 189,425 Fundraising 108,339 28,750 Total Supporting Services $ 294,599 $ 218,175 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 1,123,278 $ 872,534 Change in Net Assets Before Other Items (152,380) (172,964) OTHER ITEM Realized & Unrealized Gain on Investments $ 39,326 $ 465,434 Change in Net Assets (113,054) $ 292,470 Net Assets at Beginning of Year $ 3,496,254 $ 3,203,784 NET ASSETS AT END OF YEAR $ 3,383,200 $ 3,496,254

24 | Fulbright Association Donor Contributions & Appeals

The Fulbright Association reaches out to our alumni and supporters throughout the year for donor stewardship. We thank you for your generosity as your donations help our 501c3 nonprofit to become a more visible, vocal champion to sustain the Fulbright Program, introduce mission-oriented programs and launch new initiatives to connect alumni in ways that matter.

2014 Revenue In 2014 we raised over $70,000 from two donor appeals, including $40,418 from our Mid-Year Appeal and $31,135 from our Year-end Appeal. We raised $283,693 in philanthropic contributions for the Contributions year, a significant increase over 2013, and worked hard to 29% improve efficiencies with 83 cents of every $1 donated Grants going directly to programs. 16% Thank you to our valued members and donors who help

Conference us build capacity and advance the Fulbright legacy! Membership 13% 30%

Other 1% Investment 11%

2014 Expenditures Visiting Fulbrighters enjoy a movie night hosted by the National Capital Fundraising 9% Area chapter.

General & Administrative 17%

Programs National Capital Area chapter alumni and visiting Fulbrighters 74% enjoy breakfast and a day at the Annapolis Yacht Club.

2014 Annual Report | 25 National Board of Directors & Staff

The Fulbright Association is fortunate to have such a dedicated National Board of Directors, all committed to connecting, engaging, supporting and inspiring Fulbright ideals around the world. We strive to maintain a diverse board bringing multiple perspectives reflective of our alumni and supporters. Our board members have done their Fulbright Programs in many regions of the world, including Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America, South America and Australia. They come from a variety of industries reflective of our membership, including education, healthcare, science/engineering, legal, fundraising, energy, architecture/arts and communications.

Executive Committee

JOHN VOGEL President Washington, DC

MARY ELLEN H. SCHMIDER Vice President Minnesota

JOHN AUSURA Treasurer South Carolina

PHILIP RAKITA North Carolina

2014 Staff

Stephen Reilly Jennifer Gennaro Oxley * Alice Adams Executive Director Director, Outreach & Special Projects Development

Shaz Akram Norma Floriza Director, Chapter & Kamilla Hassen Financial Consultant Institutional Relations Office Coordinator

* Interim Executive Director as of January 1, 2015

26 | Fulbright Association National Board of Directors

NANCY NEILL LORI ANN ALSPAUGH KAREN HOLBROOK Georgia Oklahoma Florida

ERWIN CHO STANLEY KATZ H. ANDREA NEVES California New Jersey California

RAMESH JEROME M. COOPER CHRISTOPHER KELLEY RAMAKRISHNAN Georgia Arkansas California

M. GAIL DERRICK MUSHTAQ MEMON ROBERT RUMINSKI Virginia Washington Poland

JUDY ALSOBROOKS KIM DAVID EGER JOHN SARGENT MEREDITH Georgia Switzerland Mississippi

TOM MOGA Alice Adams PAULINE M. EVEILLARD HERMA WILLIAMS Washington, DC Special Projects Ne w York Washington, DC

Norma Floriza ROBERT HELM KEISUKE NAKAGAWA GWENDOLYN WILLIS- Financial Consultant Washington, DC California DARPOH Washington, DC

2014 Annual Report | 27 connect I engage I support I inspire I alumni

THE FULBRIGHT PROGRAM AIMS TO BRING A LITTLE MORE KNOWLEDGE, A LITTLE MORE REASON AND A LITTLE MORE COMPASSION INTO WORLD AFFAIRS AND THEREBY INCREASE THE CHANCE THAT NATIONS WILL LEARN AT LAST TO LIVE IN FRIENDSHIP AND PEACE.

— Senator Fulbright in the foreword of The Fulbright Program: A History (1965)

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