Each year, the Fulbright Program brings together individuals who share a curiosity about the world, a commitment to learning, and a desire to contribute to their communities. The 2026–2027 cohort reflects the excellence, diversity, and spirit of engagement that have defined Fulbright Greece for nearly eight decades.
As we welcome our newest grantees and celebrate those who have completed their grants in Greece, we are reminded that the impact of Fulbright extends far beyond the duration of a grant. The relationships formed in classrooms, research spaces, and communities create lasting connections built on respect, kindness, and a shared responsibility to contribute positively to society….We are grateful to our grantees, alumni, host institutions, donors, and partners whose dedication makes these exchanges possible. Artemis Zenetou, Fulbright Greece Executive Director
Kimberly Guilfoyle, U.S. Ambassador to Greece, and Artemis Zenetou, Fulbright Greece Executive Director
Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrates the 2026–2027 Fulbright Grantees
On June 17, Fulbright Greece held its Annual Awards Ceremony at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA)—an institution whose partnership with the Fulbright Program dates back to 1948.
At the event, Fulbright Greece announced the award of 66 Fulbright grants to Greek and U.S. citizens, including faculty members, researchers, doctoral candidates, graduate students, artists, and educators, for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Jay Raman, Counselor for Public Diplomacy, U.S. Embassy Athens and Chair of the Fulbright Foundation Greece Board, addressing the 2026–2027 Fulbright Awards Ceremony.
The ceremony included remarks from Jay Raman, Counselor for Public Diplomacy at the U.S. Embassy Athens and Chair of the Fulbright Foundation Greece Board, as well as a message from Sofia Zacharaki, Minister of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports, delivered by Panagiotis Passas, Director General for International and European Affairs, Education for the Hellenic Diaspora, and Intercultural Education
Minister Zacharaki's message highlighted the broader significance of the Fulbright Program and its role in strengthening connections among individuals, institutions, and societies:
Behind every Fulbright scholarship lies a story of dedication, excellence, and aspiration. Yet these scholarships represent much more than individual achievement. They are an investment in knowledge, innovation, and international understanding. ... Today, educational and research collaboration forms one of the most dynamic dimensions of Greek-American relations. ... The Fulbright Program has been, and continues to be, one of the most important catalysts of this cooperation. ... Programs such as Fulbright do not simply support academic mobility; they foster enduring networks of cooperation among scholars, institutions, and societies.
Attendees also had the opportunity to hear from three Fulbright grantees representing different stages of the Fulbright journey.
Amanda Katz, Assistant Professor of History at Utah State University and 2025–2026 Fulbright Scholar at the University of Crete, reflected on the academic collaborations and personal connections that enriched her experience in Greece.
Asad Baig, a 2025–2026 Fulbright Student at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), spoke about the opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and innovation that shaped his graduate studies.
Looking ahead, Ioannis Moutsinas, a Ph.D. candidate in Agricultural Technology at the University of Thessaly and a 2026–2027 Fulbright Student at the University of Florida, shared his aspirations as he prepares to begin the next chapter of his academic journey in the United States.
Together, their stories illustrated the transformative impact of the Fulbright experience—not only through academic achievement and research, but also through the relationships, perspectives, and lifelong connections developed through international exchange.
The ceremony also marked a meaningful transition within the Fulbright community. We welcomed the new cohort of 2026–2027 Greek Fulbright grantees as they prepare to embark on their academic and professional journeys in the United States, while celebrating the accomplishments of the 2025–2026 U.S. Fulbright grantees who have completed their programs in Greece. Through their teaching, research, creative work, and engagement with local communities, they have strengthened the enduring ties between our two countries.
This year’s awards reflect the remarkable breadth of the Fulbright Program. Grantees will pursue work across the humanities, social sciences, STEM disciplines, education, and the arts, with projects spanning archaeology, history, economics, agricultural sciences and technology, biomedical technology, computer science, international law, marine ecology, public health, music, and many other fields.
As these scholars, researchers, artists, educators, and students join the global Fulbright network, they carry forward a shared commitment to academic excellence, international collaboration, and mutual understanding. Their work will contribute to new discoveries, partnerships, and connections that extend beyond the duration of their grants.
We congratulate all of our 2026–2027 grantees and look forward to the discoveries, collaborations, and lasting impact their Fulbright journeys will inspire.
2026-2027 Greek Fulbright Grantees with Els Hanappe, Greek Program Coordinator
Kimberly Guilfoyle, U.S. Ambassador to Greece, with 2026-2027 Greek Fulbright grantees