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1	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2013-10-05 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in studying abroad. EducationUSA Romania will participate in this 2-day event with a booth and presentations on U.S. undergraduate and graduate admissions and EdUSA admissions support. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/
2	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2013-10-08 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in continuing their studies abroad. The event will be held in Constanta on the Black Sea coast. EducationUSA Romania will participate with a booth and two interactive presentations on U.S. study. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/
3	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2013-10-10 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in continuing their studies abroad. The event will be held in Timisoara, in the western part of the country, 335 miles from Bucharest. EducationUSA Romania will participate with a booth and two interactive presentations on U.S. study. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/
4	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2014-03-15 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in studying abroad. EducationUSA Romania will participate in this 2-day event with a booth and presentations on U.S. undergraduate and graduate admissions and EdUSA admissions support. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/
5	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2014-03-18 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in continuing their studies abroad. The event will be held in Cluj, a major academic town in Romania. EducationUSA Romania will participate with a booth and two interactive presentations on U.S. study. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/
6	Organizer: EDUCATIVA - Romanian Intl University Fair (RIUF) Dates: 2014-03-20 Anticipated Audience: Romanian high school and university students interested in continuing their studies abroad. The event will be held in Iasi, a major academic town in Romania. EducationUSA Romania will participate with a booth and two interactive presentations on U.S. study. For More Information: http://riuf.ro/

FEAC Internships Bloom into Successful Applications to U.S. Schools

With its constant buzz of activity and multiple projects for promotion of U.S. study, FEAC relies heavily on attracting undergraduate interns and harnessing their creativity and commitment. Undergraduate interns are high school students who serve enthusiastically for 3 month, around 10 hours per week, in person or online, for free. The internship is a valuable opportunity for them to develop an insider’s perspective on admissions to U.S. schools and to acquire a competitive edge.

Two recent examples involve Alex and Alin. As part of his internship with us, Alex organized a U.S. university visit at his school, contributed an article on his TOEFL experience to our latest newsletter, see below, represented U.S. study at several educational fairs, helped develop a video featuring the New York University Abu Dhabi/NYUAD rep on a visit to our center, and more. He has applied to NYUAD and has been selected for a campus visit. This past weekend he was in Abu Dhabi thanks to the comprehensive support offered by our center: from participation in our 5 training programs on undergrad admission, to enjoying our free translation certification of his transcript and financial statements, as well as a fully deserved glowing recommendation.

Alin showed similar enthusiasm for U.S. study during his internship: he co-authored with us a promotional article posted on the website of his prestigious high school and helped organize an educational fair at his school, among others. FEAC supported his U.S. application in multiple ways as well, including certifications, admissions essay critique, and recommendations. And now Alin is interviewing for admission to Princeton.

Promotion of U.S. Study through FEAC’s Newsletter for High Schoolers

The Fulbright Educational Advising Center/FEAC released the winter issue of its quarterly publication targeted at prospective undergraduate applicants, their teachers and parents.

The “Study in the USA!” Undergraduate Newsletter is available online at http://bit.ly/ug_nl with 12 information-packed pages, the Newsletter opens with the Core section including articles written by U.S. university reps and Romanian students in the U.S.

This issue puts forth an article on the American classroom experience in college authored by Gene Tanta, senior U.S. Fulbright grantee teaching at the University of Bucharest in 2012-13, university and student profiles penned by Ana Maria Constantin, a FEAC advisee, currently a happy freshman on a full ride to Harvard, as well as the TOEFL unofficial guide by a former FEAC intern who is applying for U.S. admissions this year, along with other news designed to update the high school community on events, past and upcoming, organized by EducationUSA Romania and offered face-to-face and online. All in order to inspire students to start their journey to U.S. universities under FEAC guidance and with FEAC support.

FEAC Goes to Print, with U.S. Embassy Support: Booklet for Undergrad Admissions

In its efforts to attract students to U.S. study, FEAC has developed a new resource: a 70 page booklet for prospective undergraduate applicants. The booklet draws on our 15 years of experience in the field of U.S. applications with generous financial aid packages offered by U.S. universities.

The volume includes our own insights and tips which are backed and enhanced by copious reflections from Romanian students thriving on U.S. campuses who enjoyed the full range of FEAC services during their own application. The volume designed and written in house will go to print in early February thanks to U.S. Embassy funding.

A FEAC Success Story at Harvard

Tuesday, January 15, the Fulbright Educational Advising Center hosted a special session featuring a special guest and former advisee: Ana, a full-ride freshman studying astrophysics at Harvard College.

Ana first started visiting the Advising Center 3 years ago, making fine use of the whole range of services available: she attended our admissions training program, participated in FEAC meetings with Romanian students on U.S. campuses, prepared her application with EdUSA Romania, and participated in the Pre-Departure Orientation. Together with other successful advisees admitted to U.S. schools she also took part in the Flag Day event at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence alongside FEAC and inspired over 250 high school students with her success.

After four months on campus, Ana is a thriving student and a passionate ambassador of U.S. study. During her session at FEAC, over 50 students were won over by her Harvard stories ranging from her work in the admissions office, study in the library where works by Romanian writer Ion Creanga are available, e-mailing a professor at 4 am and getting a response in 15 minutes, and more. Pics on Facebok at www. bit.ly/FEAC_Ro.

Students Ace the SATs with FEAC Resources: SAT Administration at FEAC

Aware of the weight attached to SAT scores in the overall application process, the Fulbright Educational Advising Center has developed resources and services designed specifically to help students during the test preparation process, all free, and facilitate their access to U.S. study.

The first SAT test of the year was administered on January 26 and was a full success. The students who chose to takes the SAT at our center came from as far as far as 600 km (Baia Mare), a difficult journey in winter.

Impactful Promotion of U.S. Study: Outreach at American Corner Baia Mare

In mid December the Fulbright Educational Advising Center/FEAC flew north to visit the American Corner in Baia Mare, close to the Hungarian and Ukrainian borders.

The outreach program was designed to offer comprehensive information and EducationUSA support for U.S. admissions to students in the northernmost region of Romania. As such, the program featured presentations, workshops, and individual advising at the American Corner, as well as full-house undergraduate sessions at the top high schools in town. The FEAC rep shared Romanian success stories with the new fans of U.S. study and introduced them to the “5 Steps to U.S. Study” EducationUSA program as well as to the other free U.S. admissions support services FEAC offers face-to-face and online.

“International Study Day” Celebration in Bucharest

Mid December also saw “International Study Day” return to its birthplace Bucharest for a festive edition dedicated to high school and college students and grads, together with their teachers and professors. FEAC and its partners - Campus France, DAAD, and British Council - offered everyone interested in study abroad ample opportunities to learn about higher education in the USA, France, Germany, etc.
Throughout the full-day event, the four institutions welcomed visitors at dedicated booths and also shared educational insights with prospective applicants during the two sessions held by each participating institution. At the always busy FEAC booth, U.S. study enthusiasts met with EducationUSA advisers and FEAC interns, who enthused them with their passion for and knowledge of the U.S. university system.
The evening was wrapped up by an International Study Day reception. Participants networked with ambassadors of the four educational systems highlighted, which included the Fulbright Commission Director and the Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy.

New U.S. Friend of EducationUSA Romania: Smithsonian Institution

Also in mid-December, FEAC was honored to host Public Diplomacy guests from near and far and to make new friends. The visit - organized by the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bucharest - introduced guests from the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. and NYC, as well as U.S. Department of State officers, to the world of EducationUSA in Romania.

In addition to the discussions highlighting FEAC best practices for promotion of U.S. study and opportunities for cooperation with American Corners, FEAC organized a meeting with prospective applicants to U.S. universities that soon grew into an engaging discussion on U.S. culture and higher education. The U.S.-based guests also learned about different FEAC projects meant to facilitate Romanian students’ access to study on American campuses, such as our free online advising services and growing webinar offer, admissions training sessions, as well as the admissions guide books for Romanian undergrad and grad applicants the Advising Center has been writing and preparing for publication with U.S. Embassy support.

FEAC Adviser Represents Romania in EducationUSA Training Institute in Washington D.C. and Pittsburgh

During the first half of Dec., FEAC adviser Sinziana Medvetchi attended the EducationUSA Training Institute Level 1: The Essentials of Advising, an intensive professional development program that provided a cohort of 19 advisers from all around the world with in-depth knowledge and skills meant to enhance their effectiveness and build professional competency.

The program included a week of Washington, D.C.-based workshops, with sessions offered by program officers at ECA/U.S. DOS and the Institute of International Education, and a week of campus visits and training in Pittsburgh, PA. Over 15 universities in the Pittsburgh area were involved in the training, covering the full range of higher education institutions in the U.S., from community colleges to top research universities. FEAC is thrilled to incorporate the new insights and info into our daily advising activities.

‘Tis the Season to Review: FEAC’s Essay Critique Service Much in Demand This Month

FEAC offers a wide range of free services to students interested in U.S. higher education. On top of extensive face-to-face support, the Advising Center makes available a range of online services, including admissions essay critique. Students send in their top essay along with information on their academic and extracurricular background as well as the U.S. universities they are applying to. FEAC provides feedback on the essay’s overall impact and structure in the context of the academic culture of the universities they are considering.

With many admissions deadlines on January 1, FEAC’s essay reviews were among the most popular services this month, both for prospective undergrads as well as graduate students.

1	Undergraduate Admissions Training V: Romanian Success Stories Date: Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 Time: 15:00-17:00 Location: EdUSA Romania/Fulbright Educational Advising Center Intended Audience: Both Other Information: The final session in the series presents case studies of successful Romanian applicants, highlighting the main ingredients of their admission. With their authors’ permission, actual official transcripts, application forms, admissions essays, and recommendation letters will reveal the chemistry of their success. You will enjoy one more FEAC-produced video featuring Romanian students admitted and funded by top U.S. schools including Duke University, Yale University, Hamilton College, Occidental College, etc. A perfect opportunity to learn about the Romanian students’ match with their U.S. universities and the generous financial aid it generated! Full details and free registration: http://on.fb.me/feacfb
2	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Saturday, October 5th, 2013 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: Sala Palatului Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On October 5-6, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will be featured during the 13th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.
3	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Tuesday, October 8th, 2013 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: TBC Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On October 8, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will return to Constanta and be featured during the 13th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.
4	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Thursday, October 10th, 2013 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: TBC Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On October 10, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will return to Timisoara and be featured during the 13th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.
5	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Saturday, March 15th, 2014 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: TBC Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On March 15-16, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will be featured during the 14th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.
6	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Tuesday, March 18th, 2014 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: TBC Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On March 18, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will return to Cluj to be featured during the 14th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.
7	U.S. Study at the Romanian Intl University Fair/RIUF Date: Thursday, March 20th, 2014 Time: 10:00-18:00 Location: TBC Intended Audience: Both Other Information: On March 20, U.S. study and EducationUSA admissions support services will return to Iasi to be featured during the 14th edition of the Romanian International University Fair (RIUF) www.riuf.ro, the foremost educational fair in south-east Europe. Fulbright Educational Advising Center representatives will discuss U.S. study opportunities with students, teachers, and parents interested in U.S. study and scholarship opportunities for Romanian applicants. Come meet us at our booth and during the undergrad and grad presentations we will be offering! Pics of FEAC at past editions of the RIUF at http://on.fb.me/feacpics.

No special programs at this time.

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Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2013 Time: 9:30-16:30 Location: Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission & Fulbright Educational Advising Center/FEAC Other Information: On Thursday July 11 (TBC), EducationUSA Romania and the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission will invite their U.S.–bound Romanian independent students and Fulbright grantees to the Pre-Departure Orientation, a full-day event meant to facilitate students’ academic and cultural adjustment in the U.S. Participants will get insights into U.S. campus life and culture, as well as into the visa application process, during presentations and best practice sessions featuring Romanian and U.S. guests who will share their U.S. study stories.

Name of program: Government Scholarship Deadline: Country: Romania Level of Study: Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, Post-Doc Majors Eligible: Max amount of award: Duration of Award: Website: www.roburse.ro/burse-HG.php Email: Contact: Brief description of the award, application process: Partial funding for undergraduate study, graduate study, and post‐doctoral research; covers international travel + living expenses for 60 students. Funded by the Ministry of Education, Research, Youth, and Sport and administered by the Loans and Study Scholarships Agency.

Name of program: Theodor Aman Graduate Scholarship Deadline: Country: Romania Level of Study: Masters, Doctoral Majors Eligible: Graphic Arts, Research, Youth, and Sport Max amount of award: Duration of Award: Website: www.roburse.ro/burse-aman.php Email: Contact: Brief description of the award, application process: Partial and full scholarships for master’s and Ph.D. study in Graphic Arts. Funded by the Ministry of Education, Research, Youth, and Sport and administered by the Loans and Study Scholarships Agency.

Name of program: Dan Voiculescu Foundation Deadline: Country: Romania Level of Study: Masters, Doctoral Majors Eligible: Max amount of award: Duration of Award: Website: www.fudv.ro Email: Contact: Brief description of the award, application process: A series of yearly grants of varying amounts: • Junior Scholarship (for applicants aged 10‐18) • Excellence Scholarship (for applicants aged 18‐25) • Master’s Scholarship (for applicants aged 22‐35) • Ph.D. Scholarship (for applicants aged max. 35)

Name of program: Roma Supplementary Scholarship Grant Programme Deadline: Country: Romania Level of Study: Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, Post-Doc Majors Eligible: Max amount of award: Duration of Award: Website: ref.rmusp.org/roma-supplementary-grant-scholarship Email: Contact: Brief description of the award, application process: Provides partial support to Roma students who are citizens of Romania, or other select, for pursuit of bachelor, master’s, Ph.D. or post-doctoral education as full-time students at a recognized and well-established university outside of their home country or their country of residence. Funded by the Roma Education Fund.