Professor Natalia Smirnova is accepted to the Fulbright Specialist Program, which was established in 2001 as part of the larger Fulbright Program.

A program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Fulbright Specialist Program is a unique opportunity for U.S. academics and established professionals to engage in two- to six-week collaborative projects at institutions across the globe. By participating in the program, U.S. academics and professionals share their expertise, strengthen their home institutions by partnering with overseas counterparts, hone their skills, gain international experience, and learn about other cultures while building capacity at their foreign institutions.

Dr. Smirnova plans to engage educational institutions around the world in building a more informed citizenry and a better prepared labor force. She is excited to offer a variety of training activities, such as a series of seminars, master classes, and professional development workshops focused on economic education, financial literacy, and career readiness. At this stage, she is looking for an international partner to deliver proposed projects.

Dr. Smirnova will remain on the Fulbright Specialist roster until 2029.