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FLEX Student from Russia Shares Memories

November 1, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Leads from theater production of Beauty and the Beast

Ella, a FLEX student from Russia, enjoyed her experience performing with the North Star Theatre in Lincoln, Nebraska. AYA students participate in so many interesting activities during their time in the U.S. The performing arts are a fun way to get involved in the … [Read more...]

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AYA Alumni Letters: Alif from Indonesia

July 24, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Alif, an exchange student from Indonesia

Several of last year's AYA students took some time to write letters to the upcoming class of high school exchange students, which we will continue to share throughout the summer months. They wrote about their reflections, advice and best wishes to help next year's group get the … [Read more...]

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AYA Alumni Letters: Sharib from the Philippines

July 18, 2017 AYA 1 Comment

Sharib, an exchange student from the Philippines

Several of last year's AYA students took some time to write letters to the upcoming class of high school exchange students, which we will continue to share throughout the summer months. They wrote about their reflections, advice and best wishes to help next year's group get the … [Read more...]

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Announcing the AYA Host Family of the Year!

June 21, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Each year, AYA students and Local Coordinators (LCs) nominate host families across the country for the honor of Host Family of the Year. These families open their hearts and homes to show international high school students the very best of American culture and hospitality. … [Read more...]

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