This spring, our exchange students, Local Coordinators (LCs), and host families came together for the AYA Gives Back Community Service Challenge, proving that small acts of service can lead to extraordinary results. With an original goal of 500 volunteer … [Read more...]
Exchange Student Stories
Student of the Month: Estefania from Germany Hosted in Florida
While every AYA student is committed to cultural exchange and intercultural learning, some truly go above and beyond—creating a lasting impact on their host family and community that deserves a special shoutout. Estefania from Germany is an exceptional example of this commitment … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Niklas from Austria Hosted in Georgia
The impact of an exchange year is profound. For Niklas, an exchange student from Austria spending his year in Georgia, his journey has been filled with new experiences, meaningful connections, and moments that have pushed him to grow. Between settling in with his host family and … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Maya from Germany Hosted in Tennessee
An exchange year can shape a high school student’s life in lasting ways. For Maya, an exchange student from Germany spending her year in Tennessee, that journey has been filled with new experiences, meaningful connections, and moments that have pushed her to grow. Between … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Ilina from North Macedonia Hosted in Texas
Time and again, we see how an exchange year can shape a high school student’s life in lasting ways. For Ilina, an exchange student from North Macedonia spending her year in Texas, that journey has been filled with new experiences, meaningful connections, and moments that have … [Read more...]
America250 Student Reflections Contest: Experiencing the U.S. Through Exchange Students’ Eyes
This year, as the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Academic Year in America (AYA) invited its current exchange students to participate in something special to mark the occasion. In partnership with the U.S. … [Read more...]
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