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
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As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) from July 15-18, 2024. The PDO will provide sessions and activities to help you prepare for your upcoming experience. You will receive an email in mid-June that will direct you to the PDO website where you can register for the event. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.AF@iie.org.
- Contact Information
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U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section
Avenue Rosa Parks
P.O. Box 817
Yaounde, Cameroon
Tel: +(237) 2220-1500 x4266
Website: https://cm.usembassy.gov/
For more information, see the first page of the country guidelines.
- Country Information
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- Alum Contacts
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We invite you to contact these Fulbright alumni for questions or advice prior to your grant. They can be an excellent resources for unofficial questions – what type of clothing to bring, how to open a bank account, and more.
IIE U.S. Scholar Advisors
IIE U.S. Student and ETA Advisor
Alum Contacts:
Dr. Christopher Thron
2023 U.S. Fulbright Student
Email: chris.thron@gmail.com
Amelie Nkodo
2023 U.S. Fulbright Student
Email: ankodo1@gmail.com
Laura-Martin Alasandagutti
2023 U.S. Fulbright ETA
Email: lmalasand@gmail.com
Kadija Balde
2023 U.S. Fulbright ETA
Email: kadijata.balde@fulbrightmail.or
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