Global Scholar Initiative

The Global Scholar Initiative is a new international outreach program of the American Rhinologic Society (ARS), created to foster global collaboration and support the professional development of early-career rhinologists seeking short-term observerships at U.S. rhinology institutions.

This initiative aims to:

Promote meaningful exchange of clinical and academic knowledge
Support early-career rhinologists in their career advancement
Amplify the international presence and mission of ARS.

Eligibility

Fellows or early-career rhinologist (within 5 years of independent practice finishing training)
Priorities to those from low- or middle-income countries

Program Components

Minimum 2-week observership at a U.S. academic rhinology institution
Participation in ARS Annual Meeting, including optional faculty mentorship
- Participation in the ARS Annual Meeting is strongly recommended. The observership and ARS meeting participation together provide valuable opportunities for education, networking, and long-term engagement with ARS.
A 2-day hands-on cadaver dissection program at the Medtronic Training Center in Jacksonville, Florida.

Awardees will receive

A $2,500 educational grant (2 receipients/year, sponsored by Medtronic)
Complimentary registration to the ARS Annual Meeting
Support for travel to the Medtronic dissection program (2-day program) based on availability during the visit

Application Requirements

Completed application form with 300-word self-introduction,
A letter of recommendation from a mentor at the applicant’s home institution (one page max)
- This letter should be written by a supervisor, department chair, or mentor at the applicant’s home institution. It should:
  - Describe the applicant’s professional credentials, expertise, and achievements.
  - Endorse the applicant’s participation in the program.
  - Confirm that his/her career development.
A letter from a U.S. host faculty confirming support for the observership (one page max)
- This letter should be provided by a mentor, collaborator, or host faculty member at the institution where the applicant intends to visit. It should:
  - Confirm the willingness of the host to sponsor and mentor the applicant during the visit.
  - Reflect the institutional readiness to accommodate the visitor for the stated duration.

Please obtain and upload the letters with your application.

This initiative represents the ARS's commitment to advancing rhinologic education, strengthening international partnerships, and nurturing the next generation of leaders in rhinology worldwide.

This year's application deadline is July 31, 2026 at 11:59pm ET.