The Laszlo Orszagh Distinguished Award in American Studies offers an opportunity to teach one lecture or seminar course per semester at undergraduate and/or graduate levels at one of the Hungarian universities with a strong Study of the United States program. Scholars may also offer short-term courses for Hungarian faculty and assist in curriculum development. Additional activities will vary, depending on the host institution and the scholar's interest, but may include advising students, overseeing student research and thesis work, participating in departmental research projects, doing outreach in the local community, meeting Hungarian Fulbright alumni, or giving a talk at one or two of the American Corners in Hungary. Scholars are strongly encouraged to also offer presentations at other Hungarian universities, preferably with a Study of the United States program. Applications will be accepted from any of the disciplines under American Studies, including but not limited to: history, art history, philosophy, literature, culture, ethnic studies, political science, sociology and religious studies. Those who are at the Associate or Full Professor level with at least ten years of graduate teaching experience is preferred; experience in supervising Ph.D. theses is desirable. There are no language proficiency requirements; English is sufficient. Teaching will be in English; additional language proficiency is not required. A letter of invitation is preferred. Two letters of recommendation are also required. Please visit the award's website or contact the Council for International Exchange of Scholars for more information.