Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State

For 80 years, the @FulbrightPrgrm has prepared nearly 450,000 alumni to change the world. 🌎 It was an honor to celebrate this milestone with alumni like Tim Barrett and Harrison Schmitt, who inspire us all. From the artisans and scholars preserving our history and culture, to the scientists pushing us into the future, Fulbrighters solve global challenges and drive progress. Here’s to 80 years of excellence. 🎓✨

Fashion diplomacy is about access, opportunity, and making sure American talent is in the room. 🇺🇸🇫🇷 My conversation with IFM Dean Xavier Romatet focused on connecting U.S. designers and entrepreneurs with French savoir-faire, stronger professional networks, and more opportunities across the global fashion industry. ✨

Unforgettable energy at Stade de France watching the @Steelers and @Saints face off in the first-ever regular season @NFL game in France! 🇺🇸🇫🇷🏈 This is #SportsDiplomacy in action—America’s favorite game building international ties, expanding U.S. cultural reach, and bringing fans together from across the world. Touch down!

#SportsDiplomacy in action! 🇺🇸 Met with leaders from the @NFL and @FFFA_officiel to talk momentum ahead of #LA28. Our public diplomacy partnership inspires next gen athletes, delivers real economic benefits for America, and is expanding flag football’s global footprint. The wins keep coming. 🇺🇸🏈✨

For 80 years, the @FulbrightPrgrm has advanced American interests and strengthened strategic partnerships around the world.  Along with @SecRubio, I congratulate #Fulbright on 80 years of impact. This program remains an essential investment in national security and global stability.  🇺🇸✨

President Trump is putting the U.S.-Norway partnership to work for the American people — and Ambassador Kavoukjian is ready to deliver on that mission. Through our exchange programs, we're building the next generation of Norwegian leaders who choose America as their partner. Strong allies. Clear ROI. ✨ 🇺🇸🇳🇴

A different kind of heavyweight diplomacy in action at the @NationalZoo! 🇺🇸🐘 Meeting the National Zoo’s first elephant calf in 25 years, Linh Mai, highlights American scientific excellence and world-class conservation tech. More examples of American leadership.

Thank you, #BridgeUSA sponsors, for joining the recent Open House! Your partnership turns American workplaces, classrooms, and homes into places where diplomacy happens. Let's keep building exchanges that reflect the best of America. 🇺🇸✨

Great opportunity to connect with international exchange leaders and advocate for American diplomacy. My question for every exchange program is simple: What does this deliver for the United States? The program’s purpose must be clear: to advance American interests and deliver results at home. 🇺🇸✨

Honored to sign the extension of our Cultural Property Agreement with Greece! It keeps looted antiquities away from traffickers and gets them back where they belong. Ευχαριστώ, Greece! 🇺🇸🇬🇷

An incredible speech by @SecRubio with an iconic background.

One of the best parts of the job is meeting the people behind our programs. During UNGA, I sat down with seven US exchange alumni whose experiences took them into careers in super intelligence, technology, energy, education, national security, and business. Our exchange programs produce results for the United States long after the plane lands back home. 🗽🇺🇸

A meaningful meeting with Vietnamese alumni leading in international relations, economic policy, and education. 🇺🇸🇻🇳 From Fulbright to IVLP to Ford Foundation, these exchange alumni have witnessed Vietnam's remarkable transformation since the war. @ECAatState exchanges build relationships — connect the people shaping Vietnam's future and advancing American interests abroad. Educational cooperation. Cultural diplomacy. A stronger U.S.-Vietnam partnership. 🇺🇸🇻🇳

Thank you, Ambassador Wicks, for joining this inspiring exchange. We met with students at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and DAV President Nguyen Hung Son to talk about expanding U.S.-Vietnam educational ties. 🇺🇸🇻🇳 As one of the first Vietnamese institutions to teach American history and culture, DAV remains a key partner. Expanding these academic links opens valuable opportunities for U.S. students, schools, and businesses.

American educational excellence is a driving force behind global economic growth. 🇺🇸🇻🇳 Excellent sit-down with Vice Minister Pham Quang Hung on expanding U.S. university partnerships, STEM programs, and English training in Vietnam. Exporting top-tier American education opens massive opportunities for U.S. institutions, builds a skilled workforce, and deepens our strategic economic ties.

A new level of U.S.-Vietnam connections has been unlocked. 🇺🇸🇻🇳🎮 At the American Center Hanoi, I watched American Film Showcase speaker Aaron Benay share his game-narrative expertise with Vietnamese creators. Vietnam is a rising force in mobile gaming — and that means new opportunities for American storytellers, developers, and businesses. A win-win worth leveling up. ✨