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Student of the Month: Sandra from Spain, Hosted in Oregon

May 7, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

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Exchange student Sandra from Spain on her 16th birthday We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Sandra, our esteemed Student of the Month for May 2024! … [Read more...]

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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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Former Exchange Student Reflects on AYA Experience—Thirty Years Later!

January 26, 2017 AYA 1 Comment

Former Student Reflects on AYA Exchange—Thirty Years Later! | Academic Year in America (AYA)

As Academic Year in America celebrates 35 years of enriching lives through international high school exchange, we are thrilled to be hearing from so many former students about the wonderful impact our program has had on their lives. Today, we are lucky to share this article by an … [Read more...]

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