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AYA Behind The Scenes: Meet The Staff!

March 3, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

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Get to know AYA behind the scenes! Over the next few months we will be "speed dating" our staff at the national office in Stamford, CT. In addition to supporting you and your students during your cultural exchange experience, they are striving each day to bring the world together … [Read more...]

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AYA Student Gives Back to Her Community!

February 26, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

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Zainab is an AYA exchange student from Pakistan through our partnership with the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program (YES). She is an eager, helpful and compassionate student that lives in Ohio with her host family, the Schneiders and their two children. She recently … [Read more...]

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Tony Cook Memorial Grant: Making Global Goals a Reality with KATS!

December 18, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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Each year AYA awards $1,000 to high schools across the U.S. who have demonstrated a strong commitment to intercultural education programs and missions at the local level. The Tony Cook Memorial Grant was established to support high schools in the U.S. that illustrate a commitment … [Read more...]

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Giving Back: Train of Hope Refugee Center in Vienna, Austria

November 20, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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In the spirit of being thankful this month at AYA, we are very thankful for all those who contributed and participated at the Train of Hope donation center in Vienna during our annual National Meeting in Austria. Train of Hope is an organization of independent volunteers who … [Read more...]

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10 Things to Include in Your Exchange Journal

October 29, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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The academic year is full of so many amazing things, new memories and new places. A great way to remember all these things is to create a exchange journal that you can take back with you filled with your experiences that you can share with your family and friends. Check … [Read more...]

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September LC of the Month: Debra from Indiana

October 14, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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The fall semester is off to a great start for our students! And we know our Local Coordinators and host families play a huge role in their success, providing the support and encouragement they need to feel involved and a a part of the family! As tradition, we always ask our … [Read more...]

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AYA is sponsored by the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1967. Its mission is to promote worldwide understanding through cultural exchange. Learn more >

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