A. Promote Fulbright Programs

  1. Promote the presence of the local chapter within southeastern Michigan and at the major universities in our area.
  2. Organize and support the advocacy of issues within the national government in support of Fulbright programs, both on an individual and collective basis.
  3. Promote efforts to increase membership in the chapter among faculty and students, as well as institutions within southeastern Michigan.
  4. Build coalitions with internationally-oriented organizations.

 

B. Arrange Hospitality and Events for Visiting Fulbright Students and Scholars

  1. Make every effort to identify and contact new Fulbrighters prior to and immediately upon arrival in the United States.
  2. Introduce visitors into the community.
  3. Plan activities in which visitors will have the opportunity to meet each other and American Fulbrighters with emphasis on the first two months of their visit.

 

C. Maintain the Operations of the Local Chapter

  1. Develop an infrastructure for the local chapter and the board and a process by which individuals may become involved at different levels.
  2. Reexamine the need and options for fund raising.

 

D. Address the needs and interests of Local Fulbright Alumni

  1. Make every effort to identify new American Fulbright recipients, assist them as they prepare for their overseas experience.
  2. Reassess the interests of identified Fulbright alumni, both student and faculty.
  3. Activate local alumni through email mechanisms, telephone contact and high profile events.