Alumni Chronicles
- Professor Rekha Datta, 2017 U.S. Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence scholar is a political science expert at Monmouth University in New Jersey. For her project, titled “Global Governance, Public Policy and Culture: Role of Local NGOs in Combating Violence Against Women in Northern India,” Professor Datta explored how local nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) contribute to addressing gender-based violence. She was hosted by the Jindal School of Governance and Public Policy at O.P. Jindal Global University in Haryana, where her research focused on the intersection of local policy, global governance, and cultural approaches to tackling this pressing issue. Read more about Professor Datta’s impactful research.
- Lizbeth Shine, 2021-22 Fulbright Language Teaching Assistant at the University of Michigan, taught Hindi while offering students a deep dive into Indian culture. Her experience emphasizes how language can serve as a powerful bridge to understanding and mutual growth, showcasing the transformative impact of international education and cultural exchange. Read more about Lizbeth’s experience.
- Haseen Akhtar, 2023 Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellow, has been researching the design and development of collapsible sub-systems for mobile Primary Health Centres (mPHC) in low-resource settings. His work focuses on creating portable, space-efficient solutions, ultimately making healthcare more accessible in underserved areas. Read more about Haseen’s innovative approach to mobile healthcare.
- U.S. Fulbright-Nehru Senior Scholars Scott M. Roulier and Rahul M. Jindal, explore how Fulbright scholars navigated the challenges of the pandemic while maintaining a sense of community and camaraderie. Their reflections highlight the resilience of the Fulbright community during uncertain times. Read more about their experiences.