News & Updates
[RECORDING AVAILABLE] 2020 Vision of U.S.-Mexico Border: Frontline Perspectives from Journalists and Researchers
The San Diego Chapter of the Fulbright Association is pleased to present a special virtual roundtable discussion on contemporary border issues featuring acclaimed Mexican and U.S. border journalists and scholars. The Mexico-US border region, long a site of cross-cultural creativity and conflict, is today a hotspot where international and national issues are mixing in volatile, unpredictable ways.
[RECORDING AVAILABLE] The Digital Future of Health with Professor Shafi Ahmed, M.D., Ph.D.
Recording available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B4GiamqYWs&t=31s In this webinar, Professor Ahmed discussed emerging technologies on Digital Health and shared his valuable insights and experience as a world-renowned surgeon, innovator, teacher, futurist...
Chapter Statements on Discrimination and Equality
We believe and will always advocate for the equal appreciation and value of all human beings regardless of country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, economic, social or educational status. We recognize that humans are often not treated equally and therefore...
[Highlighted Virtual Event by UCSD Kroc School of Peace Studies] A Democracy for All of U.S.
As we move forward out of a devastating pandemic and with a new president, what problems must we confront and what solutions must we create to develop a strong, inclusive democracy for all? On January 28 at 5 p.m. PST, join the Kroc School online for the first in a...
[Speaker Series Announcement] The Digital Future of Health with Professor Shafi Ahmed, M.D., Ph.D.
In this webinar, Professor Ahmed will discuss emerging technologies on Digital Health and share his valuable insights and experience as a world-renowned surgeon, innovator, teacher, futurist and virtual reality leader. Professor Shafi Ahmed is a multi-award-winning...
[RECORDING AVAILABLE] Electing the President: Electoral College Vote and National Popular Vote
Recording available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ywb-RC8o9LM Presenters: Mary Thompson – Civil Engagement Chair & Jeanne Brown: League of Women Voters - History of Presidential Election Process Miranda McGowan: Professor of Law USD: - Electoral...
[RECORDING AVAILABLE] Virtual Hike at San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
As our climate continues to change, and sea levels steadily rise, restoring the San Elijo Lagoon’s health has become a critical step – both for the land itself and the native wildlife living there. This natural habitat includes threatened and endangered species. The...
Virtual events fall 2020
We are excited to announce two upcoming virtual events:
2020 Vision of U.S.-Mexico border: Frontline Perspectives from Journalists and Researchers (Sept 24, 2pm-3:30pm)
Electing the President: Electoral College Vote and National Popular Vote (Oct 14th 6-7.30pm)
See https://sandiego.fulbrightchapters.org/events/ and follow us on social media for updates!
Panel on the film “The Vote”: women’s path to achieve voting rights
Check out this panel of local leaders discussing the film "The Vote" which tells the story of women's path to achieve voting rights in America. The film will air in July on KPBS and will provide some of the history of how women achieved the privilege to vote in the...
Position Statement on Racism and Inequities
San Diego Chapter of Fulbright Association (SDCFA) is dedicated to fostering the ideals international exchange as a force for peace and inclusiveness among all residents in our community. We are scandalized and saddened by the slaying of George Perry Floyd, Jr. and...