U.S. Ambassador presents Hollis with State Department ‘Challenge Coin’ to honor her contribution to Fulbright

30 June 2026 marked Hollis’ last day of her two terms as Acting Chair and Member of the Board of the Fulbright Commission of The Netherlands. At this year’s Fulbright Award Ceremony (24 June 2026) for Fulbright grantees, U.S. Ambassador Joseph Popolo presented her with the U.S. State Department ‘Challenge Coin’ as a token of respect and appreciation. ‘The coins are a nod to the tireless efforts and contributions [recipients] have given in the service of their country.’

Pictured here receiving the Challenge Coin from Ambassador Popolo (left/above) – and (right/below) with the Ambassador, NL Education Ministry (OCW) DG Hofman, fellow Fulbright Board members, ED Gradenwitz, and grantees (click for full picture).

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all photos: Robin Butter