UVA Today – August 2, 2010 — Eight University of Virginia students, most of whom are recent graduates, have received Fulbright scholarships to study abroad. They will be going overseas to further their education in such topics as philosophy, biology, architecture, languages and art.
The Fulbright Program is an international educational exchange program sponsored by the United States government designed to increase mutual understanding among people. The scholarship provides between $15,000 to $25,000 per recipient, depending on the country and the program. The scholarships generally cover tuition, research expenses, a stipend, some travel expenses and some health care benefits.
The eight U.Va Fulbright scholars are: Ben B. Schewel of Richmond; Lauren C. Howe of Earlysville; Allissia A. Gilmartin, of South Burlington, Vt.; Kiersten L. Luther of Pittsburgh; Leslie Cozzi of Chicago; Sarah Owens of Birmingham, Ala.; Meredith Haas of Charlottesville; and Jordan Matthews of Stratton Mountain, Vt.
