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ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) – Albany State University (ASU) has been recognized by the Fulbright Program as one of 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) named “Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders” for the 2024-25 academic year.

The designation highlights ASU’s strong commitment to global engagement and academic excellence through the Fulbright Program. Institutions selected for this honor demonstrate exceptional support for Fulbright exchange participants while encouraging administrators, faculty, and students to explore international opportunities on campus.

The Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders initiative also celebrates the achievements of HBCU alumni and faculty and promotes HBCUs as destinations for international scholars and students.

This recognition places ASU among a distinguished group of institutions working to expand educational and cultural exchanges worldwide.

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