88themovie.com – The University of Washington (UW) offers a variety of J-1 exchange visitor categories to international scholars, each tailored to specific educational and professional goals. These categories are designed to enhance mutual understanding and cultural exchange between the United States and other countries.
1. Professor
The Professor category is for individuals who are invited by a U.S. institution to teach or conduct research. This category is suitable for those who have a prominent standing in their field and will engage in teaching or research activities at a higher education institution.
2. Research Scholar
The Research Scholar category is for those who are invited by a U.S. institution to conduct research, teach, or do some combination of both. This category is ideal for scholars who are recognized experts in their field and will engage in research activities at a higher education institution.
3. Short-Term Scholar
The Short-Term Scholar category is for those who are invited by a U.S. institution for a short-term visit for the purpose of research, consultation, or observation. This category is suitable for scholars who will engage in activities that are not primarily teaching or research but are related to their field of expertise.
4. Specialist
The Specialist category is for those who are invited by a U.S. institution to share expertise in a particular field. This category is suitable for individuals who have a specialized skill or knowledge that is not available in the United States and will engage in activities that are not primarily teaching or research but are related to their field of expertise.
These categories are designed to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and skills between the United States and other countries, contributing to the educational and cultural enrichment of both. Each category has specific eligibility requirements and activities that must be consistent with the category to which the individual is assigned.