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Spreading the Love: AYA Exchange Students Share Gratitude for Experience

February 14, 2020 AYA Leave a Comment

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we asked our participants to share why they love being an international exchange student with AYA! Check out these incredibly powerful responses from exchange students from around the world who are hosted across the United States: Nomun … [Read more...]

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Host Families Share What They LOVE About Hosting an Exchange Student

February 13, 2020 AYA Leave a Comment

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In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we asked some of our host families what they LOVE about hosting an exchange student with AYA! Check out these heartwarming responses from host families across the country: Host Mom Kate on Hosting an Exchange Student in Illinois: This … [Read more...]

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What I Love About Being a Local Coordinator with AYA

February 12, 2020 AYA Leave a Comment

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In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we asked our Local Coordinators to share why they love being involved in an international exchange program like AYA! Check out these heartwarming reflections! Hugh, AYA Local Coordinator in Pennsylvania: I have been a Local Coordinator with … [Read more...]

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Top Things AYA Exchange Students Love About Their Host Families

February 11, 2019 AYA Leave a Comment

Top Things AYA Exchange Students Love About Their Host Families | Academic Year in America (AYA)

The relationships between Academic Year in America (AYA) exchange students and host families are filled with love. Not only do host families learn life-changing lessons by hosting exchange students, but they also create life-long bonds. A few AYA exchange students shared what … [Read more...]

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To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love ❤️

February 15, 2018 AYA Blog Leave a Comment

AYA exchange students receive a lot of support from Local Coordinators during their year in the U.S. These caring individuals work hard to help students and host families make meaningful connections and enjoy their participation in international high school exchange. In honor … [Read more...]

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To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love: Part 1

February 14, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love | Academic Year in America (AYA)

All across the country, AYA exchange students get a lot of support from Local Coordinators. These folks work hard to help students and host families make meaningful connections and enjoy their participation in international high school exchange. In honor of Valentine's Day, … [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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