Global Fellows

Supporting Faculty to Build Knowledge Globally

The International Center’s theme of learning without borders extends to our faculty and research community. Through the Global Fellows Program, UF faculty can kick-start their international research program. A seed grant of $5,000 provides faculty an opportunity to lay the groundwork for conducting international research. Faculty can use these funds to cover expenses to travel to collect field data, to meet with international scholars, to access resources not available at UF, and to support any activity that advances research abroad.

Applications for the 2025–2026 Global Fellows cycle are now closed. Details for the next cycle will be posted in Fall 2026.

Eligibility

The Global Fellows Program is open to:

Early-career UF faculty within the first ten years of their academic career
Tenure-track faculty and other faculty with a research assignment from any UF college or school
Adjuncts and visiting faculty are not eligible

Award & Funding

$5,000 travel stipend award to Fellow
$1,000 mentoring grant is provided to Mentor

Requirements

Attend the program orientation, final symposium, and at least five of the six workshops
Complete an international research trip within one year of receiving the award
Meet regularly with their on-campus mentor
Complete all required surveys during the program, including the post-trip survey

Workshops

Note: Dates are currently tentative.

Orientation: Friday, January 16, 2026, 1 – 3 pm (Room G330, Reitz Union)
Workshop 1: Friday, January 23, 2026, 9 – 11 am (Room 145, International Center (The Hub @ 1765 Stadium Road)
Finding Funding to Support International Research
Workshop 2: Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Room 223A Grinter Hall, Office of Research)
Road-trip to the UF Office of Research Supporting International Research
Workshop 3: Friday, February 20, 2026, 9 – 11 am (Room 145, International Center (The Hub @ 1765 Stadium Road)
How to Get the Help you Need and Successfully Navigate the IRB, Export Controls,
and Other International Research Requirements
Workshop 4: Friday, March 6, 2026, 9 – 11 am (Room 145, International Center (The Hub @ 1765 Stadium Road)
International Partnerships and Agreements
Workshop 5: Friday, March 27, 2026, 9 – 11 am (Room 145, International Center (The Hub @ 1765 Stadium Road)
Engaging Students and Internationalizing the Curriculum, Study Abroad, Experiential Learning and More
Workshop 6: Friday April 10, 2026, 9 – 11 am (Room 145, International Center (The Hub @ 1765 Stadium Road)
Broader Impacts – Measuring Scientific Merit and Impact on Society, Education and Outreach
Final Symposium: Friday, April 24, 2026, 9 am – 1 pm (Room G330, Reitz Union)
Building Capacity for International Research and Collaboration

Application Timeline

Proposal Deadline: Early October
Award Notification: Mid-October

Information Sessions

The Office for Global Research Engagement (OGRE) hosts virtual and in-person information sessions each fall. These sessions provide an overview of the program, application guidance, and time for Q&A.

Applications for the 2025–2026 Global Fellows cycle are now closed. Details for the next cycle will be posted in Fall 2026.

Submission Process

The proposal package must include:

1 - Personal Statement of Interest (maximum two pages)

The statement should address:

Reasons for applying to the Global Fellows Program
International research goals and the purpose of the proposed trip
Previous international experience and related funding
Existing or prior relationships with the international institution, including shared areas of interest
Expected measurable outcomes of the proposed research
How participation will benefit your research trajectory, your department/college, UF, and the international partner institution
Your commitment to attending program workshops and fully engaging in all fellowship activities

2 - Name of Faculty Mentor and Mentor Letter of Support

The mentor’s letter should:

Confirm support for your international research engagement
Demonstrate a commitment to working with you throughout the fellowship period

3 - Letter of Support from Department Chair, School Director, or Dean

4 - Abbreviated CV (maximum two pages)

The CV should highlight relevant research experience, international activities, and accomplishments that support your application.

Application Form

Applications for the 2025–2026 Global Fellows cycle are now closed. Please check back in Fall 2026 for details and the application form for the next cycle.

Global Fellows Awardees

Since its launch, the Global Fellows Program has supported early-career faculty across UF’s colleges, fostering international collaborations that have led to publications, external grants, training programs, research and student engagement, and long-term institutional partnerships.

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