Global Health and Social Responsibility

Visiting Scholars Program

Strengthening Nursing Practice Around the World

The Lillian Carter Center’s Visiting Scholars Program offers a unique opportunity for global scholars to engage with our esteemed Emory Nursing community, collaborate on impactful research, and advance their academic and professional goals. 

Our Mission

The Visiting Scholars Program emphasizes academic excellence, cultural exchange, and professional development. Our mission is for Visiting Scholars to expand their knowledge, foster innovative ideas, and contribute to groundbreaking research in a welcoming environment. 

Global Scholars

Since the program’s inception in 2020, more than 30 scholars have visited from the following countries: China, South Korea, Belgium, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, and Brazil.

Research Areas

Visiting Scholars have collaborated with renowned Emory Nursing faculty in the following research areas to date: 

  • Anxiety
  • Cerebral Autoregulation
  • Chronic Diseases
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Obesity
  • Social Determinants of Health
  • Stress
     

“The future of health depends on learning across borders, disciplines, and lived experiences. The Visiting Scholars Program allows us to move beyond traditional academic exchange and build true partnerships with nurse scholars from around the world. By welcoming international scholars into our classrooms, research teams, and clinical communities, we deepen our understanding of global health challenges while co-creating solutions that are locally grounded and globally relevant. This program strengthens nursing practice everywhere — at Emory and far beyond.”

Elizabeth Downes, DNP, MPH, MSN, FNP-C, CNE, CGNC, FAANP, ANEF, FAAN, Betty Tigner Turner Clinical Professor and Assistant Dean for Global Health

Faculty Mentors

Fees and Requirements

  • 6 months: $7,500
  • 1 year: $15,000 

In compliance with ISSS requirements, Visiting Scholars must demonstrate a minimum of $30,000 in funding for a 12-month period (or a prorated amount of $2,500 per month). This funding may come from one or multiple sources, including personal funds.

Visiting Scholars Program Application

Apply today if interested in joining the Visiting Scholars Program. Thank you for your interest in joining our vibrant, supportive scholarly community.