As September ushers into a new chapter, we wanted to share a special thank you letter written by Marion from France, who spent her 2022/23 year in Utah. From embarking on family hikes to experiencing the excitement of prom, the year was packed with unforgettable moments! Her heartfelt letter not only captures her gratitude, but … Continue reading
Step into part two of the lifelong journey of a compassionate family from Colorado who have opened their hearts and home to the world! For nearly three decades, since the year 1994, Susan and her family have hosted an impressive total of 22 students from around the globe. Beyond her time as a host parent, … Continue reading
Step into the lifelong journey of a compassionate family from Colorado, who has opened their heart and home to the world! For nearly three decades, since the year 1994, Susan and her family have hosted an impressive total of 22 students from around the globe. Beyond her time as a host parent, Susan has also … Continue reading
Backpack? Check! Notebook? Check! Guidance and Tips? Check! As our 2023/24 students continue to arrive and settle with their American host families and communities, we are thrilled to present the much-anticipated Part Two of our advice series! To help future exchange students make the most of their American adventure, we’ve gathered advice from our 2022/23 … Continue reading
For this week’s Thank You Thursday, we have the pleasure of hearing from Orlane from France, who spent her 2022/23 year in Salt Lake City, Utah! From exhilarating horseback rides to immersive hikes in Utah’s stunning national parks, she describes her time abroad as “the best experience of my life” – all thanks to the … Continue reading
This week, we are honored to feature Howard’s heartwarming story that began in 1970s when his family welcomed an exchange student from Germany. Spending a year with his host brother sparked a curiosity of international travel and other cultures. Uniting two worlds, they forged a bond that has persisted for over five decades, proving that … Continue reading
For this wonderful week, we are diving into the fascinating perspectives of our 2022/23 students, where we ask them what the biggest differences are between the US and their home country. From food to school pride, culture shock can be quite an adventure! Starting a new chapter in US is not only exciting and fun, … Continue reading
Curious about the lasting impact of welcoming an exchange student into your family? Join us for a very special feature this week with one of our newest coordinators, Libby from New Mexico! With a career spanning over four decades as a compassionate nurse, Libby is starting a new chapter as an International Coordinator with Aspect … Continue reading
For this week’s Thank you Thursday, we are sharing a sweet letter written by Giorgia from Italy, who spent her 2022/23 year in Kirkland, Washington. Giorgia adds, “I am so happy I decided to do this. It was the best decision I have ever made. I tried to live it in the best way possible, … Continue reading
It’s an exciting time of year! Many of our exchange students are arriving, eager to meet their host families and see the place they’ll call home for the next year! Snapping a photo or taking a video of that initial ‘meet and greet’ at the airport is a great way to preserve your first memory … Continue reading