Belize

Connecting Marine Biology Undergraduate Programs Through Teaching, Outreach, and Coral Reef Research

kmoorehead@iie.org — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:39:47 +0000

Connecting Marine Biology Undergraduate Programs Through Teaching, Outreach, and Coral Reef Research

Grantee

Stephen Levas

kmoorehead@iie.org Thu, 01/08/2026 - 00:39

Title

Associate Professor

Institution

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Host Institutions

Institution

University of Belize

Program

Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholar Program

Program Country

Belize

Grant Activity Type

Teaching/Research

Academic Year

2025-2026

Discipline

Oceanography

Dates

January 2026 - May 2026

Specialization

Marine Science

Flex

Scholar type

�ǿմ�ý Scholar

Award Title

25343-BZ|All Disciplines

Empathy and Recidivism: Measuring Reincarceration at Belize Central Prison

rharris@iie.org — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:33:55 +0000

Empathy and Recidivism: Measuring Reincarceration at Belize Central Prison

Grantee

Terrence Alladin

rharris@iie.org Tue, 10/01/2024 - 10:33

Title

Associate Professor

Institution

Lebanon Valley College

Host Institutions

Institution

Galen University

Program

Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholar Program

Program Country

Belize

Grant Activity Type

Teaching/Research

Academic Year

2024-2025

Discipline

Criminal Justice

Dates

August 2024 - November 2024

Specialization

Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other

Flex

Scholar type

�ǿմ�ý Scholar

Award Title

24444-BZ|All Disciplines

Galen University

rharris@iie.org — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:28:10 +0000

Galen University rharris@iie.org Tue, 10/01/2024 - 10:28

Country

Belize

City

Cayo District

Belize

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 12:13:24 +0000

Belize Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 04/04/2024 - 08:13

Congratulations on receiving a Fulbright grant! The resources on this page are designed to familiarize you with your host location and provide important context and information as you prepare to travel abroad. We encourage you to review the readings, websites, and logistical information offered by local contacts. Click the section headings below to display the information.

Orientation Information

As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) taking place from June 23 to 25, 2026. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.WHA@iie.org.

Contact Information

�ǿմ�ý Embassy Belmopan
Public Affairs Office
�ǿմ�ý Embassy Belmopan
No. 4 Floral Park Road,
Belmopan, Cayo
Belize
Website: http://bz.usembassy.gov
Tel: +(501) 822-4011

Points of Contact

Luke Martin
Public Affairs Officer
Email: MartinRL1@state.gov

Shadel Young
Public Engagement Assistant
Email: YoungSS@state.gov

Country Information

Visa Information

All �ǿմ�ý citizens must have a �ǿմ�ý passport valid beyond their planned departure date. No visas are required for citizens of the United States for tourist visits of up to 30 days, but they must have proof of their intent to depart Belize (such as onward or return air tickets) and proof of sufficient funds to maintain themselves in Belize. Visitors for purposes other than tourism, or who wish to stay longer than 30 days, must obtain visas. All tourists and non-Belizean citizens are required to pay an exit fee of approximately US$40. (This fee may be included in your airline ticket, please check with your airline before your trip.) Belize allows visitors a maximum of one month’s stay in the country before Belize Immigration requires an extension in one month increments obtained from Belize Immigration offices throughout the country.

For more information please visit the link: http://ins.gov.bz/ or contact the �ǿմ�ý Embassy.

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Using Molecular Techniques to Assess Biological Diversity in Belize

rharris@iie.org — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:08:50 +0000

Using Molecular Techniques to Assess Biological Diversity in Belize

Grantee

Stokes Baker

rharris@iie.org Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:08

Title

Associate Professor

Institution

University of Detroit Mercy

School

College of Engineering and Science

Host Institutions

Institution

University of Belize

Program

Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholar Program

Program Country

Belize

Grant Activity Type

Lecturer, Research

Academic Year

2023-2024

Discipline

Biology

Dates

January 2024 - May 2024

Specialization

Biotechnology

Flex

Scholar type

�ǿմ�ý Scholar

Award Title

13395-BH|All Disciplines

All Disciplines

drupal@northern.co — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 19:44:49 +0000

All Disciplines drupal@northern.co Fri, 11/10/2023 - 14:44

Fulbright Scholar Award

Application Deadline

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Additional Qualification Information

Applicants with a Ph.D. are strongly preferred, but applicants with a master's degree and substantial professional experience may be considered. At least three years of teaching experience is required for projects with a teaching component.

Advise and/or mentor students

Assist in faculty, curriculum, and/or program development

Conduct a research project designated by the host institution

Conduct a research project of the applicant’s choosing

Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses designated by the host institution

Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses of the applicant’s choosing

Conduct a professional and/or artistic project

Award Start Period

August 2027 - February 2028

Award Code

271458-BZ

Award Length

4 months

Visit our Scholar Directory to view and search all Fulbright alumni. You can also learn more about Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors.

Activity Type

Professional Project

Teaching

Teaching/Research

Additional Comments

Applicants are encouraged to contact the University of Belize or Galen University for further information or to request an invitation letter from either university. Applicants can also contact the �ǿմ�ý Embassy Public Affairs at BelmopanPA@state.gov for additional questions or for further assistance.

The Calabash Caye Field Station is a basic and applied marine research station that provides sound scientific basis for the management of the Turneffe Atoll. Research is focused on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, coral reefs, coastal ecosystems, invasive species, ocean research, and endangered marine species. In addition to research, there are various long-term monitoring programs that Fulbright scholars can contribute to during their stay. These include coral reef, mangrove and sea grass ecosystem monitoring, coral bleaching monitoring, coral spawning and monitoring of herbivores. For more information on Calabash Cay Field Station please email Leandra Rickets. Phone: +501-223-1000 ext. 438.

Degree Requirements

PhD (or other terminal Degree)

Not Required

Flex Option

You may be asked to participate in an interview as part of the in-country selection process.

All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).

In addition to being a prestigious academic exchange program, the Fulbright Program is designed to expand and strengthen relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other nations and to promote international understanding and cooperation. To support this mission, Fulbright Scholars may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host community, in addition to their primary activities‎.

Citizenship/Residency Requirement

Dual citizens of the award country are not eligible to apply for this award.

Permanent residents of the award country are not eligible to apply for this award.

Country

Belize

Award Activity

Teach courses at the associate degree and undergraduate level on a full-time basis under the teaching option, or teach and conduct collaborative or independent research as desired under the teaching/research option. For teaching/research projects, scholars should plan a 50/50 ratio of teaching to research.

Career Profile

Early Career Academics

Mid-Career Academics

Professionals

Senior Academics

Community College Faculty

Contacts and Helpful Links

University of Belize website

University of Belize POC: email Arnulfo Kantun or call (+501) 822-100 X189

Galen University website

Galen University POC: email Dr. Cynthia Eve Aird or call (+501) 824-3226

Email the �ǿմ�ý Embassy or visit their website

Multi-Country/Area Award

Invitation Requirement

An invitation letter is required.

Special Features

Marine science, biology and environmental science scholars will have access to UB's two marine sites at Huntington Caye and Calabash Caye for research.

Approximately

Locations

Location Selection: Award is hosted by the institution listed below

Discipline Type

Projects are sought in all disciplines

Locations Detail

University of Belize (UB): UB's main campus is located in the capital city, Belmopan. UB also has campus sites as follows: Belize City at West Landivar and Freetown Road; Central Farm in the Cayo District; Punta Gorda in the Toledo District; and two marine sites at Huntington Caye and Calabash Caye. The University of Belize was established in 2000 as an amalgamation of five previously existing tertiary-level institutions.

Galen University: Galen University is an independent university in the Cayo District, approximately 30 minutes from the capital city, Belmopan. The university is chartered and recognized by the Ministry of Education of the Government of Belize to offer undergraduate and graduate level degrees in programs such as business, arts, sciences, and education. The institution was established in 2003 and has placed a strong focus on sustainable development in its programing since its founding.

Language Proficiency Requirements

None, English is sufficient

Award Length and Period

Grants may begin in August 2027 or later.

All Scholars to Belize are required to attend a pre-departure orientation, which typically takes place in June or July, prior to beginning their Fulbright grant.

Applicants are encouraged to consult the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) “Can-Do Statements” to determine if they are qualified.

Required Proficiency

Applicants are encouraged to register qualified language evaluator, such as a language instructor or a translator, to conduct the external assessment in the application. Being a native speaker alone does not qualify an individual to conduct the assessment.

Applicants who are native speakers do not need to complete an external evaluation.

Required Proficiency

Applicants must register qualified language evaluator, such as a language instructor or a translator, to conduct the external assessment in the application. Being a native speaker alone does not qualify an individual to conduct the assessment.

Applicants who are native speakers do not need to complete an external evaluation.

Flex allowed for only the following activity type(s):

Grant segments are allowed to be conducted in summer months (June, July, and August)

Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance for Grantee

$2,550

Estimated Book and Research Allowance

$1,000 books and educational materials allowance; these materials should be donated to the host institution or other entity upon the scholar's departure.

$300 research allowance for professional project grants only.

Do you offer dependent benefits

Yes

Additional living and housing allowance is provided for grantees with one accompanying dependent or two or more accompanying dependents. These amounts range from $500/month to $1000/month.

In addition, travel allowances are provided for up to two dependents. These amount range from $1,200 to $2,400.

$5190

Dependents must accompany the grantee for at least 80% of the period abroad and a minimum of one semester in order to qualify for additional dependent benefits. Dependent benefits are not provided to Flex grantees.

$5410

Estimated Cost of Living

You may choose to use a cost-of-living calculator to do further research on anticipated costs for common goods and services in Belize.

Special Award Benefits

During their grant period, Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholars in the Western Hemisphere (WHA) region may apply for a short-term regional travel grant for activities such as workshops, seminars, presentations, lectures, performances, exhibits, curricular advising and similar projects at institutions in eligible WHA countries. (Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados and Eastern Caribbean, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago and Uruguay).

The Regional Travel Program covers travel to and from the destination; lodging may be offered by the host institution. Scholars may only apply for this grant once they are in country on their Fulbright grant. Scholars who apply for the Flex award are ineligible for the Regional Travel Program. Additional information can be found on the Regional Travel Program website.

$4420

Final grant amounts will be determined prior to the start of the academic year and are subject to the availability of funds. The United States Department of State and the Fulbright Commission in the host country reserve the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, number of awards and allowances.

$4420

Belize

drupal@northern.co — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 18:49:00 +0000

Belize drupal@northern.co Thu, 11/09/2023 - 13:49

What is life like for Fulbrighters in your country?

Applicants to Belize will find themselves in high demand for their expertise and welcomed by Belize's legendary hospitality.

Belize is a country that abounds with natural wonders and features the world's smallest capital city, Belmopan, which has less than 20,000 residents but offers most of the amenities to which Westerners are accustomed. Belize's abundance of terrestrial and marine species and its diversity of ecosystems give it a key place in the globally significant Mesoamerican Biological Corridor. Belize is also renowned for its abundant Mayan archaeological sites, including the remains of several large communities dating from the Mayan Classical Era.

Belize has a highly diverse society, with many distinct cultures and languages found within a country roughly the size of the �ǿմ�ý state of Massachusetts. The official language is English and is almost universally understood, although English-based Kriol is widely spoken by most citizens regardless of ethnicity. Roughly half the population speaks Spanish, although the vast majority of Spanish speakers also speak English. Chinese, Mayan, Garifuna (an Arawak language originating in the Caribbean island of St. Vincent), and Mennonite Low German are among the other languages spoken by substantial communities across the country.

As you prepare your Fulbright application, we encourage you to read the information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website.

Program staff

Name

Glorimar Marino

Phone

202-686-7688

westhem@iie.org

Teacher Professional Learning Communities: Action Research and Curriculum-Based Measurements

rharris@iie.org — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:01:20 +0000

Teacher Professional Learning Communities: Action Research and Curriculum-Based Measurements

Grantee

Al Schleicher

rharris@iie.org Mon, 10/17/2022 - 12:01

Title

Adjunct Faculty

Institution

San Diego State University

School

College of Education

Host Institutions

Institution

University of Belize

Program

Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholar Program

Program Country

Belize

Grant Activity Type

Lecturer, Research

Academic Year

2022-2023

Discipline

Education

Dates

January 2023 - May 2023

Specialization

Teaching, Secondary Level

Flex

Scholar type

�ǿմ�ý Scholar

Award Title

12395-BH|All Disciplines

Training the next generation of Belizean molecular biologists using biodiversity research

rharris@iie.org — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 16:38:28 +0000

Training the next generation of Belizean molecular biologists using biodiversity research

Grantee

Adrian Vasquez

rharris@iie.org Tue, 09/27/2022 - 12:38

Title

Postdoctoral Fellow

Institution

Wayne State University

School

School of Medicine

Host Institutions

Institution

University of Belize

Program

Fulbright �ǿմ�ý Scholar Program

Program Country

Belize

Grant Activity Type

Lecturer, Research

Academic Year

2022-2023

Discipline

Biology

Dates

January 2023 - May 2023

Specialization

Molecular Biology

Flex

Scholar type

�ǿմ�ý Scholar

Award Title

12395-BH|All Disciplines

Sandra Yvonne Carballo

araad@iie.org — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 20:10:37 +0000

Sandra Yvonne Carballo araad@iie.org Mon, 11/08/2021 - 15:10

Home Country

Belize