About Us
The mission of the Fulbright Association is to advocate for the Fulbright Program and promote international education. Our vision is a world where international exchange is widely recognized as a force for peace.
North Carolina Chapter of the Fulbright Association
The North Carolina Chapter of the Fulbright Association is a statewide chapter serving Fulbright alumni and friends of international exchange. The chapter is focused on hosting engaging programs and events for Fulbright alumni and visiting Fulbright students and scholars throughout the state. The chapter is closely affiliated with universities and colleges in the region and often co-sponsors programs with these institutions.
Leadership
PRESIDENT
Grace Prakalapakorn
TREASURER
Kevin Oliver
PRESIDENT EMERITA
Ruie Jane Pritchard, ex-officio
WEBMASTER
Karen P. Peirce
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGERS
Brenda Hargrove (Facebook)
Will Edmonds (WhatsApp)
Virginia Gilliland (LinkedIn)
Grace Prakalapakorn (Fulbrighter App)
ADVOCACY CONTACT
Robert Y. George, ex-officio
NATIONAL OFFICE LIAISON
Lauren Welch
BOARD MEMBERS
Diane Chapman
Ingrid Bego
Kyle Miskell
Lauren Welch
Michael Schinasi
Michelle Cathorall
Paul Castagno
Sarah Maness
Yanjun Yan