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AYA Students Honor Host Fathers and Show Appreciation

June 16, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

To Host Dads Everywhere, With Love | Academic Year in America

Father's Day is a special time to show our appreciation and celebrate all the fathers, host fathers and father figures out there that work so hard to bring joy to all those around them. In honor of dads everywhere, we’re thrilled to share … [Read more...]

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AYA Student Athletes Shine

June 12, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Exchange students receive sports awards

As Americans, we may take our sports culture for granted, but this is actually a fascinating aspect of life in the U.S. for many visiting students. The games we play, the clubs we form, and the sports we compete in can be pretty different from the norms in other countries. Some … [Read more...]

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When You Hope Goodbye Means “See You Soon!”

June 5, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

When You Hope Goodbye Means See You Soon | Academic Year in America

Saying goodbye at the end of an exchange term can be very emotional. As much as we're all excited for what will come next, it's hard to go from seeing someone every day to living apart in different countries. As the end of school approaches, many of us are making promises and … [Read more...]

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Exchange Student Spotlight: Andi from Indonesia

June 1, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Exchange student Andi and her host sister

Today, we are delighted to present an exchange student spotlight on Andi from Indonesia. Andi's host mom, Jocia, wrote in to share her pride and appreciation for her host daughter's accomplishments as a high school exchange student in the state of New York. Andi is a great … [Read more...]

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Proud Local Coordinator Highlights Students Accomplishments

May 26, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Rossville Dawgs Championship Softball Team

Here's a happy update from Local Coordinator Kelly B. in Kansas: I have more good news about a couple of AYA students with another great accomplishment for the Rossville Dawgs. They are regional champions and on their way to the State Games with the varsity softball … [Read more...]

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#ThrowbackThursday: YES Student Enjoys Busy Year of Opportunities

May 25, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Imran is inducted into the Leo Club

As current students are wrapping up the year at high school's across the country, let's take a look back about a year ago to a submission from a very special student. Imran from Bangladesh took time out of his busy schedule to write the following essay about his diverse … [Read more...]

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Academic Year in America (AYA) is sponsored by the AIFS Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1967. Its mission is to promote worldwide understanding through cultural exchange.

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