Exchange student Iga from Poland gives a presentation to a class of elementary school students in Georgia 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 Iga, … [Read more...]
Meet the 2022-23 Host Family of the Year
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 their beloved host families. As always, we were moved by the … [Read more...]
Meet the AYA 2019-20 Host Family of the Year!
At the end of each school year, Academic Year in America (AYA) international high school exchange students and their Local Coordinators across the United States take the time to nominate host families for the honor of AYA Host Family of the Year. In addition to a sincere … [Read more...]
Introducing the AYA Host Family of the Year for 2018-19
Congratulations to the Hammond Family from Illinois! At the end of every school year, Academic Year in America (AYA) international high school exchange students and their Local Coordinators across the United States take the time to nominate host families for the honor of AYA … [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...]
AYA Alumni Emphasize Importance of International Education: IEW 2018
Every year, the Academic Year in America (AYA) community looks forward to International Education Week (IEW). That’s because IEW is an exciting, weeklong celebration of the amazing benefits of international education. Though IEW is only a week long, members of the AYA community … [Read more...]