U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd Dist.-Texas) congratulated seven local students who have been selected to receive prestigious Fulbright Awards.  The Fulbright Program was established by Congress in 1946 with the intention of building mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the rest of the world.  Selected individuals study, lecture, teach or conduct research abroad for a full academic year.  The Fulbright Program operates in more than 140 countries worldwide.

“The Fulbright program provides invaluable opportunities for Americans to learn more about our friends and neighbors across the globe.  I am very proud of the seven students in our district who have received this great honor.  I hope they will spread some Texas hospitality wherever they go.”

Plano resident Erin Dooner from the University of Texas—Austin will study in Germany.

Murphy resident Nan Guo from Yale University will study in Finland.

Dallas resident Robert Kaufman from Brown University will study in Norway.

Plano resident Ashley Killough from Baylor University will study in Armenia.

Dallas resident David Levin from Texas will study in India.

Richardson resident Kate Simma from the University of Richmond will study in Peru.

McKinney resident Dr. Ivette Vargas-O’Bryan from Austin College will study in Hong Kong.

“We are blessed to have schools that provide top-notch education to the future leaders of America,” said Johnson. 

Eligible students must have completed undergraduate education and hold a degree equivalent to a bachelor's degree.  Students are chosen on the basis of academic or professional achievement, as well as demonstrated leadership potential in their fields.

Learn more http://fulbright.state.gov/

Johnson represents portions of Dallas and Collin counties.