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Updated: June 24, 2024 @ 1:46 pm
Paulsen
Paulsen
Three Clemson students and two alums are preparing to travel to the Czech Republic, Germany, Philippines, Serbia and Scotland after being awarded Fulbright U.S. Student grants. This competitive scholarship program facilitates cultural exchange, learning, research and service opportunities between American students and communities across the globe.
Calvin Paulsen, a biomedical engineering major from Summerville, is the Germany Fulbright Scholar. Paulson received a research award in Germany, allowing him to work at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine. He has already been working online with a researcher at the institute conducting stem cell research. Their project has the potential to uncover new targeted therapeutics for epithelial-derived cancer and aging.
Paulsen established this connection while working as an undergraduate research trainee with a mechanobiology researcher on a National Science Foundation-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) at Washington University in St. Louis this past summer. In addition to his research, Paulsen has volunteered with organizations focused on residence life engagement, recycling and sustainability and works as an academic tutor.
“For three years in a row, five Clemson students have been awarded Fulbright scholarships,” said Robyn Curtis, director of the office of major fellowships. “I’m proud of Christian, Audie, Calvin, Lexi and Shreya for their achievements and perseverance during the application process. This year’s results are a significant accomplishment for these students and the University — demonstrating that Clemson is building a thriving Fulbright culture on campus.”
After his Fulbright experience, Paulsen plans to pursue a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering and someday work at a national laboratory where he can shape health policy and increase international research collaboration.
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and its 140 participating countries. Student recipients, which include recent college graduates, graduate students and early career professionals from all academic backgrounds, use their awards to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English abroad.
During the application process, students decide which country to apply to and what grant they want to pursue.
Of Clemson’s five recipients, two were awarded English teaching assistantships, two will conduct research, and one is enrolling in a graduate degree program.
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