As one of 49 countries world-wide, Austria has its own Fulbright Commission, opens an external URL in a new window, supporting connections, mutual learning, and facilitating dialog between students, scholars, educators, artists, and professionals in both the United States and in Austria.

Prof. Mätzke (head of the Institute of Politics and Social Policy at the JKU, remarked: "I spent a total of seven years studying and conducting research in the USA. The opportunity to spend time abroad was extremely enriching, both both on a personal and a professional level, and I am delighted to now be able to help give others the unique opportunity to study and work in the USA."