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How Hosting an Exchange Student Makes the Holiday Season Better

December 17, 2018 AYA Leave a Comment

How Hosting an Exchange Student Makes the Holiday Season Better | Academic Year in America (AYA)

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...]

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From Local Coordinator to International Mother Part Two: A Family Reunion

November 16, 2018 AYA Leave a Comment

From Local Coordinator to International Mother – Part Two: A Family Reunion | Academic Year in America (AYA)

On Thanksgiving week, people across the USA travel near and far to reunite with loved ones. For Academic Year in America (AYA) host mom and Local Coordinator Melissa, though, a family reunion came a bit early this year. After hosting exchange student Sanna from Germany, Melissa … [Read more...]

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3 Ways Cultural Exchange Programs are Changing the World

November 9, 2018 AYA 1 Comment

3 Ways Cultural Exchange Programs are Changing the World | Academic Year in America (AYA)

As the world becomes smaller as a result of technology, learning about other cultures becomes so much more important. That’s why cultural exchange programs like Academic Year in America (AYA) are essential. How exactly do these programs make an impact, though? There are … [Read more...]

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7 Simple Ways to Learn About a Different Culture

November 2, 2018 AYA 16 Comments

Interested in learning about a different part of the world – but not sure how to do so? Cultural exchange programs like Academic Year in America (AYA) offer a great way to start. With so much to discover, though, even participants of our program may be stumped on the best ways … [Read more...]

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5 Fantastic Fall Activities for You & Your Exchange Student

October 11, 2018 AYA Leave a Comment

5 Fantastic Fall Activities for You and Your Exchange Student | Academic Year in America (AYA)

Throughout the USA, the fall season offers an array of exciting activities. While many American families experience these activities annually, Academic Year in America (AYA) exchange students might be unfamiliar with some American fall traditions. For that reason, our host … [Read more...]

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My First Month in the USA: Tunisian Student in Ohio Shares 3 Highlights

September 28, 2018 AYA Leave a Comment

My First Month in the USA: Tunisian Exchange Student Shares Top 3 Highlights since Start of School | Academic Year in America (AYA)

Every fall, Academic Year in America welcomes hundreds of international high school students to the United States for an exchange year. One of our incredible students this year, Emna, flew from Tunisia to study in Ohio. Nearly 5,000 miles from home and only a month into … [Read more...]

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