The Department of Political Science is proud to announce that two of its graduating seniors have been selected as semi-finalists for the 2021-2022 competition cycle of the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Our students competed with undergraduate, graduate, and recent alumni from institutions across the U.S. in Fulbright’s largest-ever pool of applicants. Allison Tinglov (Political Science and International Relations) and Patrick Maloney (Political Science) worked very hard through the rigorous application process, assisted by Texas State’s Fulbright Advisors and Poli Sci’s own Dr. Franziska Boehme-Newell on the campus Fulbright committee.
Fulbright’s mission of promoting mutual understanding through cultural exchange attracted both majors, who look forward to being ambassadors and diplomats for the program, the university, and the United States. Tinglov is “passionate about human rights and international law,” and applied for the Fulbright to complete her MA in Public Policy and Social Change at the University of Tubingen in Tubingen, Germany. Her proposed project is “a cross comparative analysis of US policy/German policy [on migration] and their effects on international asylum seekers.” Maloney is seeking an English Teaching Assistantship in Spain, where the experience will further his perspective while he pursues his goal of working in a national or state-wide non-profit.
Poli Sci’s Dr. Franziska Newell enjoyed being part of this year’s review process. She noted “We were very impressed with the level of already existing study abroad experience as well as the dedication these students brought to their applications. They had very good knowledge of their host states and were dedicated to helping students abroad learn more about the US and contribute to intercultural exchanges.” She congratulates Tinglov and Maloney, noting that “having a convincing narrative about who you are, your concrete skills, and how you will be a positive cultural ambassador of the US abroad is key to being successful, and the students this year accomplished this.”
