Five recent University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) graduates have been selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, a prestigious international honor that allows them to teach and research around the world.

Fulbright Program Overview

The Fulbright Program gives fellowships for research, teaching, and graduate studies in more than 140 countries, according to UTEP. Participants represent the U.S. while engaging with communities from different cultures.

UTEP President Heather Wilson praised the students, saying, “These outstanding students and recent graduates have been awarded one of the nation’s most prestigious international honors. Their success reflects their hard work, as well as the exceptional educational opportunities and mentorship available at UTEP.”

Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.