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Meet an AYA Local Coordinator: Marilyn in Montana

January 24, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA Local Coordinator - Marilyn in Montana

Are you fascinated by international cultures? As an AYA Local Coordinator, you can share America with the world by helping international exchange students come to the United States to live with American families and attend American high schools.  In our “Meet an AYA Local … [Read more...]

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Host Family of the Year Runner-Up for 2021: The Devlin Family!

June 21, 2021 AYA Leave a Comment

Host Family of the Year Runner-Up for 2021: The Devlin Family!

Each year, AYA exchange students and Local Coordinators across the United States send in their nominations in hopes that their beloved host family will be named our Host Family of the Year — and 2021 is no exception! We are always so moved to read about the bonds made through our … [Read more...]

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AYA Host Family of the Year 2018-19 Runner-Up: The Hart Family

July 2, 2019 AYA Leave a Comment

Introducing the Runner-Up for the Academic Year in America (AYA) Host Family of the Year for 2018-19

Each year, we are so excited to share the Academic Year in America (AYA) Host Family of the Year! Many wonderful host families are nominated each year by their international exchange students, and this year was no exception. While the national winner has been chosen, we wanted to … [Read more...]

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Giving Thanks for Exchange

November 22, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Giving Thanks for Exchange | Academic Year in America | Exchange Students and Host Families Show Gratitude for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time to think about all of the blessings in our lives. The exchange year experience often brings about many new and exciting experiences that both students and host families feel thankful for. Please enjoy these three reflections from members of the AYA … [Read more...]

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Academic Year in America (AYA) is sponsored by the AIFS Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1967. Its mission is to promote worldwide understanding through cultural exchange.

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