Stories from Academic Year in America

Finding Support for Cultural Exchange on Capitol Hill

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AYA Regional Director Pieter Hogoboom recently spent some time in Washington, D.C., to advocate for cultural exchange. He was accompanied by a representative from an AYA partner organization overseas. Together, they met with aides for Congressional representatives from the state … [Read more...]

3 Important Ways AYA Participants Advocate for Cultural Exchange in the USA

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Academic Year in America is celebrating 35 years of helping to connect American families and communities with international high school students from around the world. We are proud to be an initiative that supports grassroots opportunities for cultural exchange and … [Read more...]

Student Volunteers Gain Skills and Help Others

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Margaret E., a Local Coordinator in Arizona, recently organized a volunteer event with several AYA students. The group participated in a community-based activity to benefit Forgasch house, a local shelter for victims of domestic violence providing educational, counseling and … [Read more...]

To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love: Part 2

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All across the country, AYA exchange students get a lot of support from Local Coordinators. These folks work hard to help students and host families make meaningful connections and enjoy their participation in international high school exchange. In honor of Valentine's Day, … [Read more...]

To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love: Part 1

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All across the country, AYA exchange students get a lot of support from Local Coordinators. These folks work hard to help students and host families make meaningful connections and enjoy their participation in international high school exchange. In honor of Valentine's Day, … [Read more...]