Two Assistant Deans at the University of Arizona Global Campus awarded Fulbright Specialist Roster Placement

[Chandler, AZ, August 14, 2023] – Karen Ivy and Jorge Cardenas, assistant deans of the Forbes School of Business and Technology® at the University of Arizona Global Campus have been honored with placement on the Fulbright Specialist Roster for a distinguished tenure of three years. This recognition has been conferred by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning, underscoring the exceptional expertise and commitment of these outstanding academic leaders.

Selected through a rigorous peer review process, Ivy and Cardenas are now poised to engage with projects designed by host institutions across more than 150 countries worldwide. This inclusion on the Fulbright Specialist Roster represents a remarkable acknowledgment of their contributions to academia and their potential to further enrich global educational and cultural collaborations.

"We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Drs. Karen Ivy and Jorge Cardenas for this remarkable achievement," said Maja Zelihic, dean of the Forbes School of Business and Technology® at UAGC, and a Fullbright Scholar. "Their placement on the Fulbright Specialist Roster not only reflects their exceptional leadership within our institution but also their potential to catalyze transformative initiatives on a global scale."

The Fulbright Specialist Roster, administered by the ECA and World Learning, embodies a commitment to excellence and mutual understanding, fostering connections between academic leaders and institutions across the world. Ivy and Cardenas' placement on this esteemed roster reaffirms the university’s dedication to fostering innovation, collaboration, and global engagement.

"We are thrilled to witness Drs. Ivy and Cardenas receive this remarkable recognition," remarked Morgan Johnson, interim chief academic officer at UAGC. "Their dedication to excellence and their invaluable contributions to academia make them exceptional ambassadors for our university and the field of business and technology education."

Ivy and Cardenas' commitment to global collaboration and intercultural understanding will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the Fulbright Specialist Program.

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