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Giving Back: Train of Hope Refugee Center in Vienna

November 20, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

Train of Hope National Meeting Vienna 2015 AYA Academic Year in America Volunteer Give Back Be Thankful

In the spirit of being thankful this month at AYA, we are very thankful for all those who contributed and participated at the Train of Hope donation center in Vienna during our annual National Meeting in Austria. Train of Hope is an organization of independent volunteers who … [Read more...]

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10 Things to Include in Your Exchange Journal

October 29, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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The academic year is full of so many amazing things, new memories and new places. A great way to remember all these things is to create a exchange journal that you can take back with you filled with your experiences that you can share with your family and friends. Check … [Read more...]

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LC of the Month: Wanda from Indiana

October 28, 2015 AYA 1 Comment

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We recognize our Local Coordinators and all their hard work in many ways and LC of the month is just one of them. We asked our students this month to nominate their Local Coordinator as LC of the month and Wanda from Indiana is our LC of the month! She was nominated by her … [Read more...]

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LC of the Quarter: Dina from South Carolina

October 14, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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Each quarter a staff member from the AYA national office nominates a Local Coordinator for ‘LC of the Quarter’. This quarter Dina Berg from South Carolina was nominated by Michael Falvey, Grants Regional Director. Dina has been with AYA as a Local Coordinator since 2008 and is … [Read more...]

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September LC of the Month: Debra from Indiana

October 14, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

Exchange Student Academic Year in America High School Exchange Year International Education Volunteer Local Coordinator

The fall semester is off to a great start for our students! And we know our Local Coordinators and host families play a huge role in their success, providing the support and encouragement they need to feel involved and a a part of the family! As tradition, we always ask our … [Read more...]

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FAQs Local Coordinator Candidates Tend to Ask

September 14, 2015 AYA Leave a Comment

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Thinking about becoming an AYA Local Coordinator? That's amazing! Promoting cultural exchange and placing exchange students in your community is an exciting opportunity, but you no doubt will have questions about getting involved. Check out these FAQs we often hear from new … [Read more...]

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AYA is sponsored by the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1967. Its mission is to promote worldwide understanding through cultural exchange. Learn more >

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