Dr. Jason Morris, dean of the Honors College and director of Lynay at Abilene Christian University, has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) grant to Taiwan. This marks Morris’s third Fulbright award, highlighting his continued commitment to global engagement and academic excellence.
The Fulbright IEA Program supports U.S. higher education administrators in building capacity for international education, fostering institutional partnerships and enhancing campus internationalization efforts. Through this grant, Morris will engage with Taiwanese universities and educational leaders to explore best practices in global education, strengthen collaborative partnerships, and expand opportunities for ACU students and faculty abroad.
“International exchange is vital to preparing students for lives of leadership and service in a global society,” Morris said. “I am honored to represent ACU and to deepen partnerships that will benefit our students and our university community.”
Fulbright U.S. Scholars are faculty, researchers, administrators and established professionals who teach or conduct research in affiliation with institutions abroad. They engage in cutting-edge research, expand professional networks, and often continue collaborations initiated overseas – laying the groundwork for lasting institutional partnerships. Upon returning home, Fulbright Scholars enrich their campuses by sharing their experiences, inviting international scholars, and encouraging students to pursue study and research abroad.
Morris plays a key role in mentoring ACU students through the Fulbright application process each year, helping position them for competitive international scholarships and research opportunities. In the past 10 years, 17 ACU students have received Fulbright scholarships.
“Jason’s leadership in the Honors College and the Lynay program reflects a deep commitment to academic rigor, global learning and Christ-centered service,” said Dr. Susan Lewis, ACU provost and vice president for academic affairs. “His latest Fulbright award underscores his excellence in research and scholarship, and his commitment to ACU’s mission to prepare students to lead and serve around the world.”
About Fulbright
Since 1946, the Fulbright Program has provided more than 400,000 accomplished students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals the opportunity to study, teach, and conduct research abroad. Fulbrighters exchange ideas, build people-to-people connections, and work to address complex global challenges. Notable alumni include 62 Nobel Laureates, 93 Pulitzer Prize winners, 82 MacArthur Fellows, and 44 heads of state or government.
Each year, more than 800 individuals participate in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, while over 2,000 U.S. students engage in international study, research or English teaching assistantships through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
The Fulbright Program is administered by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and additional support from participating governments, host institutions, corporations, and foundations worldwide. The program operates in more than 160 countries.
– Wendy Kilmer
March 5, 2026
