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Student Spotlight: Sari from Germany Hosted in Wisconsin

April 8, 2025 AYA Leave a Comment

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

Students Exchange Student, germany, host family, wisconsin

Student of the Month: Abdul from Pakistan, Hosted in New York

February 7, 2025 AYA Leave a Comment

aya exchange student from pakistan in the new york state

Abdul, an AYA exchange student from Pakistan 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 Abdul, our esteemed Student of the Month for January 2025! … [Read more...]

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Student Spotlight: Emilie from Germany Hosted in North Carolina

January 21, 2025 AYA Leave a Comment

aya exchange student from germany at the statue of liberty in new york city, usa

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

Students Exchange Student, germany, host family, north carolina

Student Spotlight: Daniel from France Hosted in Pennsylvania

June 5, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

exchange student with host family in pennsylvania

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...]

Students Exchange Student, france, host familiy, pennsylvania

Student Spotlight: Kelana from Indonesia Hosted in Oregon

June 5, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA and YES program exchange student from indonesia holding indonesian flag

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...]

Students Exchange Student, Indonesia, oregon, YES Program

German Exchange Student Shares Gratitude for Host Family in Oregon

July 28, 2022 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA host family with German exchange student

The impact a host family can make on an international high school student is immense. German exchange student Laura's experience in Oregon was unparalleled thanks to the incredible family who welcomed her into their hearts and home. It was a spontaneous decision for them, … [Read more...]

Host Families Exchange Student, germany, host family, oregon

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