UNG Named Fulbright Top Producer

University of North Georgia sees 32 Fulbright selections in 5 years

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The University of North Georgia (UNG) has been named a top producer of Fulbright scholars, with 32 Fulbright selections in the five most recent academic years. One recent UNG graduate, Tracy Amaya, is currently serving as an English Teaching Assistant (ETA) in Spain through the Fulbright program.

Why it matters

The Fulbright program is a prestigious international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government, and being named a top producer is a significant achievement that highlights UNG's commitment to providing global learning opportunities for its students.

The details

Tracy Amaya, a fall 2024 UNG graduate with a degree in political science and a pre-law concentration, is currently serving as a Fulbright ETA in Spain. Amaya has enjoyed helping her students experience "Global Classrooms," which is similar to the Model United Nations club she participated in at UNG. Her Fulbright experience has made her more well-rounded and culturally competent, and has taught her to adapt to difficult situations.

  • UNG has had 32 Fulbright selections in the five most recent academic years.
  • Tracy Amaya graduated from UNG in fall 2024.

The players

Tracy Amaya

A fall 2024 UNG graduate with a degree in political science and a pre-law concentration, who is currently serving as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) in Spain.

Lin

Assistant vice president for Academic Affairs at UNG, who mentored Amaya through the Fulbright application process.

Dr. Bibek Chand

Associate professor of political science and international affairs at UNG, who mentored Amaya through the Fulbright application process.

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What they’re saying

“I could not be prouder of my students. Seeing them well-prepared, excited and motivated was an incredibly rewarding experience for me.”

— Tracy Amaya (ung.edu)

“This experience has taught me that I can do hard things. If I had listened to that pestering voice in my head that told me that I was not a good applicant and I had no chance of being selected, I would not be where I am today.”

— Tracy Amaya (ung.edu)

“Our students want to see the world and make a positive impact, and Fulbright gives them a platform for these types of growth. We know these experiences will shape them for the rest of their lives.”

— Lin, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs (ung.edu)

The takeaway

UNG's consistent recognition as a top producer of Fulbright scholars demonstrates the university's commitment to providing global learning opportunities that prepare students for success and impact beyond the classroom.