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Prom Across America: Exchange Students Reflect on Experience

May 9, 2017 AYA 3 Comments

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It's prom season! This high school tradition is a fun time of celebration for students across the country. Attending prom is a very special opportunity for AYA students. It's an exciting time with friends and classmates, but it's also a great cultural experience. Although it's a … [Read more...]

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Exchange Student Connects with Community by Sharing Talents

May 12, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

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A couple of years back, Mark, one of our host parents from Pennsylvania shared a remarkable story about Levi, an exchange student from Norway. Even now, thinking back to this story, we are inspired. It reminds us how students from other countries can connect so profoundly with … [Read more...]

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