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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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At This Time of Thanksgiving

November 18, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

At This Time of Thanksgiving | Academic Year in America

This year marks the 35th year of AYA, and at this time of Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone that has helped us reach this milestone. It is an honor to share the AYA experience with such a generous and kind network of host families, local … [Read more...]

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Exchange Students Celebrate Autumn Across America

October 11, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

Autumn Across America | Academic Year in America (AYA)

Fall fun and holiday celebrations include Thanksgiving and Halloween, birthdays, harvest fairs and more. Many of these events are special "firsts" for AYA students, like the following submission from AYA student Fernanda from Brazil: Trick or Treating for the First … [Read more...]

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