As 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»aims to grow its international impact, the all-STEM institution has partnered with the Fulbright Commission Brazil to foster top-quality educational opportunities, strengthening the alliance between the University and the South American country.
The memorandum of understanding paves the way for a new academic collaboration, enabling distinguished Brazilian researchers and scholars to conduct cutting-edge research at 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly, working hand in hand with its students and faculty.
βOur vision is to establish a journey of excellence through impactful bilateral relationships that help drive the stateβs economic engine and serve as a gateway to Latin America,β said Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly. βThis partnership with Fulbright Brazil not only attracts intellectual capital for applied research and innovation, but also solidifies our commitment to building prestigious international collaborations that benefit our students, faculty, and the global community.β
The new agreement comes at an important time, as the relationship between 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» and Brazil plays a vital role in the stateβs economic growth. According to a report from Select 91ΒιΆΉΣ³», the volume trade between 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» and Brazil reached $22.6 billion in 2022. Additionally, 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» is home to nearly half a million Brazilians.
Dr. Luiz V. Loureiro is the executive director of the Fulbright Commission Brazil,
which signed a new agreement with 91ΒιΆΉΣ³»to foster shared
academic and research prospects.
βI am absolutely thrilled about this collaboration which will provide an outstanding research opportunities, while strengthening the bonds between 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly and esteemed Brazilian institutions,β said Dr. Luiz V. Loureiro, executive director of the Fulbright Commission Brazil. βThis partnership has boundless potential for incredible success and long-lasting impact.β
In addition to the new agreement with Brazil, 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly has established partnerships with Fulbright organizations in Portugal, Finland, Spain, Italy, Canada, Australia, Luxembourg, and Belgium.
The international Fulbright Program, led by the U.S. Department of State, works with more than 160 nations around the globe to increase educational and cultural exchanges to study, learn, and pursue academic and professional projects. Since its creation in 1946, the program has created learning pathways for more than 400,000 scholars.
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