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| | We wish all our partners and well-wishers a joyful, fulfilling, and inspiring Nepali New Year 2082! May this new year bring fresh beginnings, endless opportunities, and the strength to turn your aspirations into reality. शुभ नयाँ वर्ष २०८२!
Our center will remain closed on Nepali New Year's Day. We will resume our regular operations on April 15, 2025. |
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Fulbright SCA Conference: Showcasing Research Across Borders | During February 24-26, six U.S. student researchers from Nepal took center stage at the South and Central Asia (SCA) Conference in Jaipur, India. They joined over 100 students and scholars from across the region, presenting innovative research on diverse topics, including: - Elizabeth Taber – Waste Management Policy in Small-scale Nepali Cities
- Mika Ulmet – The Future of Finger Millets in Nepal: Production, Consumption, and Culinary Uses
- Ashira Weinrich – Medicinal Plant Use and Health Sovereignty in the Himalayan Manaslu Conservation Area
- Shaun Ranade – Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in the Setting of Gestational Diabetes: A Pilot Trial
- Ava Francis-Hall – Politics of Care: Life for Returnee Migrants with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Ashwin Reddy – Health Impacts of Working in Brick Kilns in Bhaktapur
Their research is contributing to meaningful conversations on policy, health, and sustainability in Nepal and beyond. |
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| | | EducationUSA Spring Roadshow: Bringing U.S. Higher Education to Nepal | USEF-N conducted its 2025 EducationUSA Spring Roadshow on February 9-15, with 30 U.S. higher education representatives visiting 14 high schools in Pokhara, Chitwan, and Kathmandu. The delegation engaged over 3,400 students during their visit. The program culminated in a well-attended mini-fair at the EducationUSA Advising Center attended by 630 students.
The roadshow also provided a platform for meaningful dialogue between U.S. higher education institutions and key stakeholders, including U.S. Embassy Nepal’s Public Affairs Chief, Mr. Mike Harker, visa officers, and local guidance counselors. This initiative continues to inspire Nepali students to explore academic opportunities in the U.S.
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| | | Welcoming New ETAs to Nepal | USEF-N is excited to welcome two new Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs), Bushrah Khan and Nelisha Gray, to Nepal. Bushrah will co-teach at Lalit Kalyan School in Patan, while Nelisha will co-teach at Bishwo Rastriya School in Kirtipur.
As part of their ten-month fellowship, the ETAs will work closely with local teachers and students to enhance English-language instruction and promote mutual cultural understanding in the classroom. We are pleased to support their journey and look forward to the contributions they will make to their respective school communities.
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| | Alumni Spotlight: Claire Mei Chavellier (ETA 2024) | This month, we celebrate Claire Mei Chavellier, a 2024 Fulbright Nepal ETA grantee placed at Kathmandu University High School (KUHS) in Dhulikhel. During her grant, Claire designed scaffolded materials to enhance English Language Arts instruction, ensuring students had access to comprehensive learning resources. She also led the KUHS Podcast Club, guiding 25 students in creating bi-monthly school news podcasts. To further support educators, Claire conducted a workshop on “Accessible Teaching Methods from the West,” introducing teachers to practical strategies for scaffolding and differentiation in the classroom. Her efforts extended beyond the school by facilitating a pen pal exchange between KUHS students and peers in Dayton, Ohio, fostering cross-cultural communication. She also played a key role in securing 60 novels to lead seventh graders in novel studies, enhancing their reading comprehension and analytical writing skills. Claire’s impact continues to resonate within the KUHS community and beyond. |
| | | | | Fulbright Outreach: Expanding Opportunities Nationwide | In January, USEF-N staff conducted information sessions across the country to expand awareness of our many programs. On January 3, a session at USEF Nepal provided secondary-level teachers with insights into the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) program. A week later, on January 10, two sessions in Ilam—one at the American Corner and another at Suryodaya Municipality—introduced teachers to professional development opportunities.
During January 24-25, a visit to Mid-Western University in Surkhet provided students with details on the Global UGRAD and Fulbright Master's programs, while faculty members explored research and training grants. A dedicated TEA session at the American Corner Surkhet encouraged secondary teachers to apply for this prestigious program. Fulbright staff were also participated in the 29th International NELTA Conference, engaging with over 1,000 English teachers, trainers, and ELT practitioners. Their session spotlighted scholarship opportunities, including the TEA program, encouraging applications and professional growth.
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|  | | | EducationUSA Advisers in Surkhet: Guiding the Next Generation | From January 27-29, EducationUSA advisers connected with 329 high school students in Surkhet, presenting the “5 Steps to U.S. Study” at leading institutions. These included Amar Jyoti Secondary School, Jana Model Secondary School, Kopila Valley School, Shri Shiva Madhyamik Vidhyalaya, Siddhartha Pathshala, and SOS Hermann Gmeiner School. Students explored options for studying in the U.S., gained insights into financial aid, and had their questions answered by experienced advisers, ensuring they had the tools needed to make informed decisions about their academic futures. |
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Articles by and Featuring our Alumni |
| Saving what is left of Himalayan riversArticle by Kunda Dixit in Nepali Times
Pump water, store energyArticle by Dipak Gyawali and Sudhindra Sharma in Nepali Times
Eyes wide open in MustangArticle by Kunda Dixit in Nepali Times
As mountain glaciers melt, risk of catastrophic flash floods rises for millions − World Day for Glaciers carries a reminderArticle by Alton C. Byers in The Conversation
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Opportunities and EventsApril 2025 |
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USEF-Nepal / Fulbright Commission / EducationUSA Advising Center |
| Aakriti Marg, Maharajgunj, 44600, Kathmandu |
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