Texas A&M Celebrates the 2026-2027 Cohort of Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award Recipients

Seven Texas A&M University faculty and one administrator have been named 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Scholars from the U.S. Department of State.

Fulbright U.S. Scholars teach or conduct research or professional project abroad through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.

“As Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, I am continually inspired by the commitment of Texas A&M’s faculty and staff to advancing teaching, research, and meaningful international collaboration,” said Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, Blanca Lupiani. “Through their innovation and global engagement, they contribute to the Fulbright Scholar Program’s mission of fostering mutual understanding, exchanging ideas, and addressing challenges that affect communities around the world. The selection of our 2026-2027 Fulbright Scholars reflects Texas A&M’s proud tradition of scholarly excellence, leadership, and global impact within this prestigious program.”

Texas A&M’s members of the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Scholars cohort include:

• Iman Borazjani (J. Mike Walker ’66 Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering) – Brazil | Read More about Borazjani’s Project
• Paul Cizmas (Department of Aerospace Engineering, College of Engineering) – Romania
• Jean-Briac le Graverend (Department of Aerospace Engineering, College of Engineering) – France
• Wendy Jepson (Department of Geography, College of Arts & Sciences) – Vietnam | Read More about Jepson’s Research
• Rodolfo Nayga Jr. (Department of Agricultural Economics, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences) – Philippines | Read More about Nayga’s Project
• Juliana Rangel Posada (Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences) – Colombia | Read More about Rangel Posada’s Project
• Gary Wingenbach (Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences) – Chile | Read More about Wingenbach’s Project
• Trisha Winkle (Texas A&M Global Engagement) – Korea International Education Administrators Program | Read More about Winkle’s Project

Fulbright U.S. Scholars are accomplished faculty, researchers, administrators, and established professionals who teach or conduct research in partnership with institutions around the world. Through these affiliations, they expand their professional networks and often seed future research, innovation, and institutional partnerships. When they return home to their campuses, labs, and classrooms, Fulbright Scholars share their experiences and insights, becoming champions of international collaboration. Many go on to host visiting scholars and inspire colleagues and students to pursue transformative opportunities abroad.

In 1946, the Fulbright Scholar Program was established as a bold investment in global peace and American prosperity through educational and cultural exchange. For eight decades, Fulbright Scholars have been leaders at the forefront of discovery and innovation, conducting cutting edge research, advancing critical industries, and preparing future generations with new skills and perspectives.

For prospective Fulbright Scholars, the deadline to apply for 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards is September 15, 2026. Learn more about Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards and eligibility.

Fulbright is a program of the U.S. Department of State, with funding provided by the U.S. Government. Participating governments and host institutions, corporations, and foundations around the world also provide direct and indirect support to the Program. In the United States, the Institute of International Education implements the Fulbright U.S. Student and U.S. Scholar Programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. For more information about the Fulbright Program, visit https://fulbrightprogram.org.