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Fulbright Scholarship Leads to the Creation of a Robotics Spin-off in Colombia

An academic experience supported by the Fulbright Program is giving rise to an educational innovation initiative that bridges research, technology, and international collaboration between Colombia and the United States. The project, which stems…

We are now accepting applications for master’s degrees in the United States – Class of 2026

The Fulbright Commission Colombia announces the opening of the J. William Fulbright Program call for applications for Colombian professionals interested in pursuing master's degrees in the United States beginning in the second semester of 2026. Apply The…

Fulbright Commission strengthens binational scientific diplomacy within the framework of Freedom250

The Strategic Networking Breakfast, held on February 23, 2026, at the Palacio de San Carlos, headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, consolidated the Fulbright Commission as a key mechanism of scientific diplomacy for strengthening…

First Symposia by Fulbright: held in Cartagena de Indias

On February 19 and 20, the meeting "Challenges and Opportunities for Coastal Cities" was held at the Technological University of Bolívar, thanks to a partnership between the IDEEAS Institute, the Social Group Foundation, the Pontifical Xavierian…

In memoriam: Liliana Angulo Cortés

Fulbright scholar and director of the National Museum of Colombia, Liliana Angulo Cortés, passes away It is with deep sadness that the Colombian cultural sector bids farewell to Liliana Angulo Cortés, visual artist, researcher, cultural…

Symposia by Fulbright tours the country

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fulbright Commission in Colombia (@fulbrightcolombia) As part of the 2026 cohort of Symposia by Fulbright, the first academic meeting of the year arrives in Cartagena: "Challenges…

Colombian Fulbrighter leads research on bilingualism and gaming

Video games and language learning The use of video games as spaces for learning second languages is the central theme of the book Understanding Second Language Users as Gamers: Language as Victory, an academic publication that analyzes…

For the first time, the Enhancement Seminar featured a Service Day in which ETAs participated.

As part of the Enhancement Seminar 2025, Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) participated for the first time in Service Day, a day dedicated to volunteering and community service. This initiative embodies Fulbright's global mission:…

Teach, lead, and connect: our Enhancement Seminar 2025 strengthens the impact of the ETA program across the country.

Between December 1 and 5, we held the Enhancement Seminar 2025 as part of the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program. The activities began on Monday, December 1, with a session for tutors who welcome Americans to their institutions…

Celebrating Thanksgiving with the Fulbright Community

On November 25, 2025, together with the U.S. Embassy in Colombia, we celebrated Thanksgiving. For us, this American tradition is an occasion that invites us to reflect on gratitude, community, and the meaningful bonds that are strengthened…

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