In light of kicking off Global Youth Service Day 2018 (April 20th-22nd) and Earth Day 2018 (April 21st), we would like to reflect on one of the values that makes a cultural exchange experience so rewarding: SERVICE. From our brave exchange students to our generous host families, to our nurturing coordinators who make sure their students and families have successful … Continue reading
Aspect Foundation’s inbox is flooded with notes from students expressing their gratitude for the experience they have had on student exchange. On Thursdays, we post one of these notes, sharing the “warm fuzzies” with all of you. Below, Kuma from Kyrgyzstan would like to pass on some words of appreciation to her host mom, April: On … Continue reading
On this lovely #TravelTuesday, check out this list of some of the many reasons to study abroad in Italy from one of our previous Italian exchange students. If you find yourself convinced and longing for more, learn more about our Italy Program or contact us at studyabroad@aspectfoundation.org! 1. Language. Italy is home to an overwhelming … Continue reading
Have you wondered what it would really be like to live and study in the USA? Watch below to hear why Martina from Italy is loving her exchange year! Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to see more videos! If you would like to host a student like Martina or become an exchange … Continue reading
Today, we are shining the spotlight on a wonderful family who tells us how hosting multiple students at once and doing it year after year brings them reoccurring, unexpected joy and lasting friendships from around the world! This year, they have been hosting two boys, Filippo from Italy and Wences from Spain – an experience … Continue reading
This #TravelTuesday features returned study abroad student, Rowan from Vermont, who studied abroad in Spain in Spring 2017! Rowan had a memorable semester immersing himself in the Spanish language, enjoying the local culture, and participating in Spain’s national past time of fútbol. Check out the photos below of Rowan exploring Spain with some of the friends … Continue reading
Thinking about studying in the USA? What about hosting an international exchange student? Don’t take our word for how life-changing the experience can be for everyone involved. Hear it directly from Aspect students and families themselves! This week we have Renata from Brazil who is studying and living in Utah with her wonderful host family! … Continue reading
