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Student Spotlight: Daniel from France Hosted in Pennsylvania

June 5, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet exchange student Daniel, who is originally from France. Daniel has truly embraced new experiences, fostered … [Read more...]

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Student Spotlight: Kelana from Indonesia Hosted in Oregon

June 5, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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Exchange student Kelana from Indonesia in Washington, DC We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Kelana, who is originally from Indonesia. Kelana is … [Read more...]

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Meet the 2023-24 Host Family of the Year: The Kirkendall Family in Idaho

June 5, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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The Kirkendall Family with Lina, their German exchange student Our favorite annual tradition is here – announcing Host Family of the Year! Each and every year, AYA students and Local Coordinators across the United States submit meaningful, heartwarming nomination letters about … [Read more...]

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Student Spotlight: Ahmad from Lebanon Hosted in Texas

May 20, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Ahmad, who is originally from Lebanon. Ahmad is a YES Program student who has embraced new experiences, fostered … [Read more...]

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Student of the Month: Sandra from Spain, Hosted in Oregon

May 7, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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Exchange student Sandra from Spain on her 16th birthday We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Sandra, our esteemed Student of the Month for May 2024! … [Read more...]

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Student of the Month: Isabell from Germany, Hosted in Oklahoma

April 16, 2024 AYA 2 Comments

AYA exchange student from Germany walking two dogs in host city in Oklahoma

AYA exchange student Isabell from Germany walking her host family's dogs in Oklahoma We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Isabell, our esteemed … [Read more...]

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