US Fulbright Research Scholar to Japan (2004), Germany (2008) and Finland (2023)

Prinsipal Mika at School Mutala honored us to present about global education with the whole school.

Making the case, connecting the dots and engaging our hosts.

Articulating the global connections with Ulta Koulu School Students

Having FUN after work: Wacky faces with teachers and staff, to relax and chill, after a job well done! (Left Photo)

Team Finland (Right Photo) attended a History of Finlandia presentation in Joensuu (Eastern part of Finland).

Dr. Conrad Ulpindo-Fulbright TGC to Finland 2022

On November 1st, I travelled to Dallas, Texas to rendezvous with our team and on to Helsinki, Finland for our International Field Experience.

Here, my journey took me to schools, museums, government offices, landscapes and homes of Finns which allowed me to experience the lives and journeys of Finland and beyond

It was an honor to build bridges with other educators and education leaders, articulate a goodwill vision and nurture new learnings that will enrich my experiences to be a better educator and leader. for my community and beyond.

Welcome Presentation at the Fulbright Finland Foundation Offices in Helsinki.

Trip to the Finland Senate Square and Finland Lutheran Cathedral

Terja and Team Welcomed me to Finland from the Helsinki Airport, November 2, 2022.

TGC Presentations at Ultra Kulou School- Meeting with Teachers and Staff

Nutrition Education 1: Making the Soup, Preparing the Finnish Meatballs and Sharing Meal with our New Friends.

NE 2: Mixing the ingredients - I was tapped to work on Finnish Meatballs and setting the table for our celebration.

NE 3: Molding the Finnish Meat Balls - The best part of collaboration is having a meal together.

NE 4: Preparing the table for all to enjoy the dishes is the best part of getting to know our hosts and colleagues.

Celebrating our experiences!

Enjoying the work!

Engaging the Leaders!

Teamwork is dreamwork!

Understanding Ukraine's Educational Programs and Experiences from a Teacher's Lens

Engaging Finnish and US colleagues in a Fishbowl Discussion on Teaching and Learning

Enjoying Finland's Landscapes: "We have a life, too!" - Finnish Teachers Comments

Camping in the woods: Finns only work 20 hours/week - Time Spent Reflecting After Work

Presenting our US gifts to TGC hosts - Appreciating and honoring those who made our experiences happen, Finland 2022

Recognition from Terje, CEO of Fulbright Finland Foundation - It was an honor and a priveledged to be part of the Fulbright TGC Programs.

Dr. Conrad Ulpindo being recognized by the FFF Team for a job well done. This was our graduation and recognition night at the Scadic Paasi Conference Room.