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I went and worked out in a serious manner for the first time today to Take my mind off it. Unfortunately I don't think Georgia is going to announce for at least a weak if the past is any indication. 

I mean I called yesterday about Spain...and it was super chill. If you want to call, I'd call. They can't not give you it because of that...

I mean I called yesterday about Spain...and it was super chill. If you want to call, I'd call. They can't not give you it because of that...

I was on the phone with her (she's been sick so I was checking in) when the email came and we were able to flip out together. 
She told me she would let me update the spreadsheet
Thanks for asking!

I got Hungary! Can't believe it! 

Also, I'm gonna throw this idea out there - if I get the Fulbright, I'm hoping to do some independent travel in the post Soviet bloc (looking at you, Ukraine people!). I studied Russian and did CLS Azerbaijani. Is there any kind of couchsurfing-type community of fulbrighters? I'd love to host people and/or to see another country via a fulbrighter! Thoughts? 

Well, I caved and called in. Spain ETAs won't be announced today. The woman (Marla Mazer, the contact for Europe on the Fulbright website) didn't know when they'd be announced, but the commission in Spain hasn't released them to the US yet. Guess it seems like I'll be twiddling my thumbs for at least a couple more days if this storm is as bad as you all are saying! 

I'm hoping the next one is the Spanish ETA is next cuz the Spanish researches are already out! I dreamed about fulbright all night last night. This is driving me crazy, literally!  

Lol, if you want to come to Russia this year, I'm more than happy to host you.  If Ukraine happens, I'd love to do it as well.

Also, I'm gonna throw this idea out there - if I get the Fulbright, I'm hoping to do some independent travel in the post Soviet bloc (looking at you, Ukraine people!). I studied Russian and did CLS Azerbaijani. Is there any kind of couchsurfing-type community of fulbrighters? I'd love to host people and/or to see another country via a fulbrighter! Thoughts? 

Lol. I know exactly who you are. Hopefully I get Georgia and you get spain, then you can return to the Cacusus. 

Good luck everyone!!! May the odds be in our favor 

im going to open it and either have a drink of celebration or have a drink of sorrow

I'm hoping for Madrid!  Probably my favorite city in the world. I put Galicia down as my second choice, though . I applied for the Auxiliares de Conversación program, which accepts pretty much everyone, so I'll be in Spain no matter what. BUT the Fulbright program is much better run and pays quite a bit more, so I've got all my fingers and toes crossed... Good luck!

This waiting process is cruel. Why. Cant. they. just. tell. us.

Hey everyone! 
This is my first post here. I'm a Czech Republic ETA semi-finalist. 
I was so worried that the notifications were going to come out late, but I guess all the changes at the State Department have left people there with less to do and more time to get those notifications out. It's almost certianly bad for the country, but it's good for us, so I am conflicted on how I should feel haha. 

Pro tip: don't watch Great British Bake Off whilst waiting. You become nervous for them and yourself.

Glad you got notice, and sounds like you have another good option! 

I'm waiting for news on the Spain ETA grant, which is usually announced the same day as the research grant, but so far hasn't (even though research has!!).  I'm wondering: are decisions ever announced over the weekend?  Also, are they only announced during NY government hours (9-5)?  Meaning, should I tune out until Monday, or could this happen anytime??