Spring has officially sprung, serving everyone who’s been cooped up all winter with a (literal) breath of fresh air! Here at Academic Year in America (AYA), we love hearing about all of the fun springtime activities that our host families and exchange students enjoy. As the … [Read more...]
5 Life-Changing Lessons You’ll Learn from Hosting an Exchange Student
Hoping to make this the best year yet? Hosting an exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA) is a great way to do just that. Every year, our many experiences teach us valuable lessons. If we’re lucky, some of those lessons improve our lives for years to come. When … [Read more...]
Looking Back on 2018: Moroccan Exchange Student Calls International Education “Life-Changing”
While 2018 was filled with many exciting firsts for Academic Year in America (AYA) exchange students, some of the best moments were spent teaching others about international education. With 2019 around the corner, AYA exchange students look back on a monumental year. Of all the … [Read more...]
How Hosting an Exchange Student Makes the Holiday Season Better
Festive traditions make the holiday season special for families across the globe. Because of that, adding new traditions makes the holiday season even better. By hosting an exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA), you’ll add excitement to the season by experiencing … [Read more...]
Giving Back to the Community Helps Ohio Exchange Students Overcome Culture Shock
While so far from home, culture shock is inevitable for many international exchange students. However, by getting involved in their communities, Academic Year in America (AYA) exchange students overcome culture shock as they start to feel at home. Regenia, a Local Coordinator … [Read more...]
Exchange Student from Indonesia Shares “Thankful List” this Holiday Season
Often, the holiday season is filled with friends, family, and giving thanks. This year, Surya, an Academic Year in America (AYA) and YES Program exchange student from Indonesia, is thankful for many things – big and small. Paying tribute to the many life-changing experiences … [Read more...]