Romania took hold of my heart in 2015 and since then has consumed my mind and soul. As with any genuine commitment, my relationship with this beautiful, complex country has grown and deepened over time as I have learned of its many tragedies, as well as its many triumphs. I have surrendered myself to Romania. [...] As I continue my Romanian journey, I marvel over the resiliency and fortitude of the people. I am fortunate to have developed close relationships, familial in many ways, with many Romanians. And I am eternally grateful to have been granted a Fulbright and honored to become part of this amazing community.
30th Anniversary of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission
We are pleased to announce that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission.
The Fulbright Program has been present in Romania since 1960, bringing durable changes on Romania’s path to progress and democratization, profoundly influencing lives and professional careers, and creating strong bonds between the peoples of Romania and the United States.
The Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission was inaugurated in May 1993, following the joint agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of Romania, and has played a significant role in the bilateral relations as a framework for enhancing the cooperation between the two countries.
Since 1960, over 3600 Romanians and Americans participated in these exchanges. Accomplished students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals of all backgrounds had the opportunity to study, teach, and conduct research, helping to build mutual understanding, making meaningful contributions to communities abroad and at home, and working together to face regional and global challenges.
The Fulbright Program in Romania – Landmarks
1960 – First document signed by the Government of Romania and the Government of the United States of America setting the bases of the Fulbright Program in Romania;
1960 – First U.S. Fulbright grantees in Romania;
1962 – First Romanian grantees in the U.S.;
1993 – Establishment of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission;
2000 – The two Governments decide to renew their agreement and extend cooperation;
2010 – 50th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program in Romania;
2013 – 20th Anniversary of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission;
2013 – Signing of the new agreement between the two governments for joint funding of the Fulbright Program;
2016 – Order of the Cultural Merit awarded to the Fulbright Commission by President Klaus Iohannis;
2018 – 25th Anniversary of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission;
2021 – 75th Anniversary of the global Fulbright Program;
2023 – 30th Anniversary of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission.
Anniversary Events
- April 27, 2023, Bucharest, Romania: 30th Anniversary Reception of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission » Fulbright Romania
- May 26, 2023, Washington, DC: 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Embassy of Romania to the U.S. » Fulbright Romania
October 22, 2013 - Signing ceremony of the joint funding agreement for the Fulbright Program between the Government of the United States of America, represented by Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Evan M. Ryan (2013-2017), and the Government of Romania, represented by Minister of Education and Research, Prof. Remus Pricopie (2012-2014)