Jeremy Ball

2017 Fulbright Scholar

Jeremy Ball

Jeremy Ball

Jeremy Ball has earned a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant grant to teach students in Malaysia.

The U.S. Student Fulbright Program, a federally sponsored international, educational and cultural exchange, recognizes academic merit and leadership potential. The program promotes mutual understanding between U.S. residents and people in more than 155 countries worldwide. Fulbrights are among the most prestigious awards in higher education.

“Receiving a Fulbright is truly an honor that I get more excited about every day. I cannot wait to serve in this position abroad for a year and for all the opportunities it will open up.”

Collegiate experience

  • Areas of Study:

    • Graduates May 2017 from the College of Arts & Sciences and School of Business with majors in political science and economics.
  • Additional Awards:

    • 2016 Critical Languages Scholar
    • Coca-Cola Scholar, national scholarship program

Inspired By

Dr. Laura Moyer stands as one of the most influential professors I studied under in college. She is a truly remarkable professor that cares for students. Khaldoun Almousily also stands as a professor that truly cares for his students, while also stressing the importance of language learning. Dr. Jasmine Farrier challenged me in class, and I am thankful for her mentorship and everything she taught me in her classes.

Hometown information

  • Hometown:

    Manchester, Kentucky
  • High school:

    Clay County High School
  • Parents:

    Tameron and Timothy Ball of Manchester, Kentucky