A Fulbright grant for a U.S. scholar to teach and conduct research in public diplomacy at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan, focusing on graduate instruction and collaborative research.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application deadline | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letters due
Funding Amounts: €4,500/month stipend (total €13,500 for 3 months) plus €1,100 travel allowance; award is for a single scholar, 3-month stay.
Summary: Supports a U.S. scholar to teach and conduct research in public diplomacy at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, with a focus on graduate-level instruction and collaborative research.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and a terminal degree required; English sufficient, Italian helpful but not mandatory.
This Fulbright award offers a unique opportunity for a U.S. scholar to spend three months at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan, Italy. The scholar will teach three graduate-level courses (Master's and PhD) in areas such as global studies, public and cultural diplomacy, and international relations, with a workload of approximately 60% teaching and 40% research. Activities include mentoring students, developing course content with the host department, conducting both host-designated and independent research, and actively engaging in university and community events. The award is designed to foster international academic collaboration, cultural exchange, and policy dialogue in public diplomacy.