Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State

Amid the current operations, a top priority for my office and @ECAatState has been ensuring the safety of our exchange-program participants (e.g., American scholars, researchers and students) in the region. We are working around the clock to support them, along with our exchange-program partners. The U.S. State Department will continue to actively assist any American abroad who wishes to return home from the Middle East, and urges U.S. citizens to register in STEP. mytravel.state.gov/s/step

To all American citizens in the Middle East: your safety and security is our number one priority. Sign up to receive STEP alerts at step.state.gov. Get information at @TravelGov and you can call the department 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444.

What do U.S. founding documents and Japanese papermaking have in common? Tim Barrett. Through the @FulbrightPrgrm, his journey to Japan helped him craft the paper preserving the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights. Read more on LinkedIn ➡️: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

What a run! Team USA set a new record with 12 golds at the #WinterOlympics and earned 33 total medals, delivering unforgettable moments from #MilanCortina2026, embodying American excellence every step of the way. Next up: cheering on Team USA at the #WinterParalympics!

Mark your calendars: The #CPACommittee virtual session is March 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST to consider extensions of U.S. cultural property agreements with Bolivia, Egypt, and Greece. These agreements help protect U.S. museums and collectors, support lawful trade, and deter illegal trafficking of cultural property. Learn more: state.gov/cultural-prope… @EmbEUAenBolivia @USEmbassyCairo @USEmbassyAthens

U.S. citizen #ExchangeAlumni: Do you want to join a dedicated group of U.S. Exchange Alumni leaders strengthening alumni networks and professional development? 🌟 Apply for the #AlumniFellowship through the @StateDept. See details at bit.ly/4jpXuAz

.@TeamUSA continues to excel, showcasing remarkable performances across ice & snow. Every medal represents a story of determination, resilience & the drive to compete at the highest level. The world is watching, & #TeamUSA is shining at the #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterOlympics. 🇺🇸

Pre-registration is open for the #CPACommittee virtual public session on March 3, 2026. The public can submit comments or speak to the Committee about U.S. cultural property agreements with Bolivia, Egypt, and Greece, which help deter illegal antiquities trafficking. Submit by Feb. 20: state.gov/cultural-prope…. @EmbEUAenBolivia @USEmbassyCairo @USEmbassyAthens

Safe journeys studying abroad start with early planning. As you prepare to head overseas, we have a few travel tips we encourage you to know before you go. ✈️🌏 👉Read the full story on LinkedIn to learn more how to protect yourself while studying abroad: bit.ly/4qCTGxQ

#TeamUSA is off to a great start at the #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterOlympics, already earning 2 gold medals. With so much action still to come, there’s no shortage of thrilling moments and unforgettable performances ahead. ❄️🇺🇸🥇

To learn more, submit written comments, or register to speak to the #CPACommittee, visit: state.gov/cultural-prope…. All comments and registration must be submitted by Feb. 20.

The Cultural Property Advisory Committee (#CPACommittee) will meet Mar. 3–5, 2026 to consider extensions of U.S. cultural property agreements with Bolivia, Egypt, and Greece. These agreements protect the U.S. market from looted antiquities and support lawful cultural exchange.

As part of 76 years of bilateral relations, the U.S. has worked with Cambodia to protect cultural heritage and preserve historic sites like the Phnom Bakheng Temple and support local communities through the Cultural Heritage Center’s Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation — advancing U.S. leadership and helping promote stability and economic opportunity that benefit Americans.  🇺🇲🇰🇭

.@StateDept’s Cultural Heritage Center worked with three Costa Rican diplomatic missions in the U.S. to return 395 pre-Columbian artifacts to Costa Rica — strengthening border security and helping deter the illicit trafficking of cultural property. More ⬇️ linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Winter Games incoming! 🏂⛷️ Opening Ceremony Friday, Feb. 6 — VP Vance will be cheering on Team USA 🇺🇸 Will you be watching?

By negotiating cultural property agreements with other countries, supporting U.S. law enforcement in countering antiquities trafficking and preserving historic sites, museum collections, and living traditions, CHC helps protect cultural heritage for all Americans. Learn more about the CHC: bit.ly/3I9Y4nS

Preserving the past to carry history forward. @StateDept’s Cultural Heritage Center reflects America’s leadership in protecting cultural heritage worldwide. CHC works to prevent the illicit trafficking of cultural property and showcase U.S. leadership in cultural preservation.