Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in American Studies

The recipient of this award will teach one survey course per semester directed to third-year BA students, teach one seminar per semester in their area of expertise to master’s level students, be invited to participate in the program’s Ph.D. seminar and in development of the North American Studies program in general, be encouraged to network and create linkages throughout Finland and give occasional guest lectures at other Finnish universities, and be invited to participate in Fulbright Finland Foundation (the Finnish Fulbright commission) activities as an application reviewer and interviewer. The Department of Cultures, North American Studies Program, at the University of Helsinki will serve as the host. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree. Applicants must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. During the selection process, some applicants may be invited to a Zoom call in mid-January 2023. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information about the award and the requirements.

The Council for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES) was founded as a non-profit organization in 1947 and administered the Fulbright Scholar Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The Fulbright Program, the United States government's flagship program of international educational and cultural exchange, offers passionate and accomplished students and scholars in more than 160 countries the opportunity to study, teach, conduct research, exchange ideas, and contribute to mutual understanding.