Bennett College has once again been recognized by the U.S. Department of State as a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for 2025 — an honor the College has now received for the sixth consecutive year.
This repeated distinction affirms Bennett’s sustained excellence in advancing global education, fostering meaningful international exchange, and preparing women to lead with a global perspective.
“Being named a Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader for the sixth year is an honor that speaks directly to Bennett’s mission of preparing women for leadership in a global society,” said Anne C. Hayes, PhD, Executive Director of Global & Interdisciplinary Programs at Bennett College. “We know the transformative power of sending faculty, staff, and students abroad. When our faculty return from Fulbright-Hays experiences in Morocco, they begin internationalizing their curriculum. They are able to bring global perspectives into the classroom, enriching our students’ education in profound ways. This is some of the most transformative work we do.”
Each year, Bennett College welcomes two Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants (FLTAs), further strengthening its role as a hub for cultural exchange and cross-cultural learning. The presence of FLTAs, combined with Bennett’s robust participation in Fulbright-Hays programs, allows students to broaden their worldview through language, culture, and international collaboration.
The announcement of the 2025 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders was made on September 9. Visit the Fulbright Program website: FulbrightProgram.org/hbcu to view the announcement.
Since its inception in 1946, the Fulbright Program has provided nearly 450,000 talented and accomplished students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals of all backgrounds the opportunity to study, teach, and conduct research abroad. Fulbrighters exchange ideas, build people-to-people connections, and work to address complex global challenges. The Program is a U.S. Department of State initiative, with additional support from participating governments, host institutions, corporations, and foundations worldwide.
