Saint Mary's College of California Faculty Member Rosana Barragán Serves as a Fulbright Specialist

MORAGA, CA, January 22, 2026 (Newswire.com) - Saint Mary's College of California continues to recognize the international academic contributions of faculty member Rosana Barragán, who was selected to serve as a Fulbright Specialist for a project in Colombia focused on performance-based research, artistic practice, and institutional collaboration.

Barragán, a performing artist and scholar, participated in the Fulbright Specialist Program, a highly competitive initiative administered by the U.S. Department of State that supports short-term, project-based exchanges between U.S. experts and international host institutions. Her work in Colombia centered on the role of performance as a form of research and knowledge production, advancing dialogue between artistic practice and academic inquiry.

The Fulbright project brought Barragán into collaboration with Colombian academic and cultural partners, where she contributed her expertise through workshops, artistic exchange, and research-driven engagement. The work emphasized performance not only as artistic expression, but as a scholarly method capable of generating insight, preserving cultural narratives, and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

Barragán was instrumental in founding Saint Mary's respected MFA in Dance program. Her Fulbright appointment was completed prior to the College's November NewsCenter profile, which highlighted the scope and impact of her work. The project continues to inform her teaching, scholarship, and mentorship at Saint Mary's, reinforcing the College's emphasis on faculty research that extends beyond campus and engages global communities.

"Faculty participation in international research initiatives such as Fulbright strengthens both our academic mission and our global partnerships," said a Saint Mary's College representative. "Professor Barragán's work reflects the importance of creative scholarship as a meaningful contributor to international research and cultural exchange."

Barragán's Fulbright work, as reported through the Saint Mary's News Center, aligns with Saint Mary's broader commitment to global engagement, interdisciplinary research, and experiential learning. By supporting faculty-led international collaboration, the College continues to expand its academic reach while providing students with learning shaped by global perspectives and applied research.

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's College of California is a nationally recognized Catholic, Lasallian institution located in Moraga, California. Known for its rigorous academics, personalized education, and strong sense of community, Saint Mary's prepares students to lead with integrity, purpose, and compassion. The College offers undergraduate and graduate programs grounded in the liberal arts and supported by Division I athletics. Learn more at www.stmarys-ca.edu

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SOURCE: St. Mary's College of California

Source: St. Mary's College of California