This program is one-of-a-kind. We have been bringing nations together since 1946. The program began with only 4 scholars, and now we are proud to say that we have more than 3,800 alumni from all over the world. The program’s purpose is to broaden the understanding of world peace through people and that is exactly what we’ve done.
GRSP News
Bolivian Student Isabella Velasquez Gallardo Honored with 2025-2026 Lynn Clarke GRSP Women in Leadership Award
The Georgia Rotary Student Program (GRSP) is proud to announce Isabella Velasquez Gallardo as the 2025-2026 recipient of the Lynn Clarke GRSP Women in Leadership Award. The Bolivia native and Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) student has distinguished herself through...
Four Georgia Students Headed to Denmark, Norway
Georgia Rotary Student Program selected four outstanding Georgia college students the opportunity to participate in prestigious international academic programs in Norway and Denmark this summer. We are proud to support these exceptional students as they represent...
GRSP’s Biral, Jin Honored Duo for Thomas Peace Awards
Julia Carlotto Biral of Brazil and Guang 'Loski' Jin of China were recently announced as the winners of the 2025-2026 Barbara M. and Donald L. Thomas Peace Award. The awards were presented in December by Rotary Club of Roswell Committee Chair John Carruth, alongside...
Being a part of the Georgia Rotary Student Program has been one of the most profound experiences of my life. This program has afforded me the opportunity to forge lasting friendships with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. This, perhaps, is the greatest gift that one can hope to get for it allows us to see through differences across cultures and instead find similarities between one another. I feel that such fellowship across participants, both students and host families, is what made this program such an enriching experience for me.
Ali Shaaban Shahid
Pakistan
GRSP 2013-14
Since 1946, Rotarians in Georgia, USA, have promoted world peace through understanding by offering ambassadorial scholarships to international students for one year cultural immersion and of study in Georgia colleges and universities.
Each year, students from all over the world make friends in the United States and other nations and learn about differing cultures and lifestyles. Georgia Rotarians believe “Peace is Possible” and through GRSP promote international goodwill through friendship and understanding.
The students become adopted members of a Georgia “host family,” living on-campus at the school they attend. This is an ambassadorial scholarship program, not an exchange!
Georgia Rotary Clubs sponsor students recommended by a Rotary Club in their home country.
🌎Student Spotlight: From the Salt Flats to Sustainability: Meet Isabella Velasquez!
Isabella Velasquez is class of 2025-2026 GRSP scholar representing Bolivia at Georgia Gwinnett College. Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Isabella’s academic journey is fueled by a deep-seated passion for sustainability and the natural wonders of her homeland. She often shares the marvels of Bolivia with her new community, such as the breathtaking Salar de Uyuni, explaining how the world’s largest salt flat transforms into a massive, shimmering mirror during the rainy season. This connection to the earth was forged during her years with the Grupo Scout Santa Ana, where the values of leadership and environmental stewardship first inspired her to protect our global ecosystem. As a representative of the Georgia Rotary Student Program, Isabella goes far beyond her studies to foster "Peace Through Understanding" by bridging the gap between South American traditions and Georgia life. Whether she is educating others on the unique geography of the Andes or sharing the service-oriented values she learned as a scout, she serves as a vital link in our international community.
We extend our deepest thanks to the Rotary Club of Gwinnett County for sponsoring Isabella and providing her with this platform to grow as a global leader. Her presence on campus is a testament to the power of cross-cultural exchange and the bright future of environmental advocacy.
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📣 Holiday Notice: Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.
As we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, we want to wish all of our students, host families, and supporters a safe and meaningful holiday weekend!✨
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Student Spotlight: Timeless Connections: Meet Asgar Nielsen of Denmark!
Asgar Nielsen is a scholar from Denmark representing the Georgia Rotary Student Program Class of 2025-2026. Asgar is currently studying at Columbus State University (CSU), where he has quickly become a familiar face on campus. One of his favorite landmarks is the historic Clock Tower, a monument built with original bricks from the university’s first buildings to honor CSU’s first president, Thomas Y. Whitley. While local superstition suggests that walking under the tower might lead to failing final exams, Asgar laughs it off with classic Danish confidence—he’s more focused on the history than the haunts! When he isn’t admiring the campus architecture, you can find Asgar at his absolute favorite spot: the gym. A dedicated fitness enthusiast, he makes it a point to visit the sauna every single day, even when the Georgia heat climbs to 100°F outside. Living in the vibrant downtown Columbus area, Asgar loves the convenience of having his dorms just steps away from great places to hang out with friends and grab a bite to eat. Whether he’s hitting a new personal record in the weight room or enjoying the local downtown scene, Asgar is truly making the most of his American experience.
We want to give a huge thank you to the Rotary Club of Columbus for their generous sponsorship of Asgar. Your support has provided him with the opportunity to build lifelong friendships and experience the best of Georgia’s hospitality. We are so proud to have such a motivated and adventurous student representing GRSP at Columbus State University!
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