Now that Ramadan has come to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how host families support their students during this spiritual time. Host mom Deborah shares how supporting Maddie from Mali, who is spending the 2024-25 school year with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program sponsored by the US Department of State in Utah, during Ramadan has … Continue reading →

Farm life is full of early mornings, hard work, and rewarding moments. For one host family, it became even more special with the addition of an exchange student. Today, we hear from Heather and Robert from Texas. When Alejandro from Spain joined their family, he jumped right into the adventure, from helping with chores to … Continue reading →

You’ve heard, “the early bird catches the worm,” and it’s true for hosting! Christine, a host mom from Utah, shares how picking early gave her family more time to connect with their student, creating a better experience. This extra time can make all the difference! With Jette from Germany, they’re making unforgettable memories like cheering … Continue reading →

Welcoming an exchange student into your home can be an exciting experience, but what if there are concerns about a host sibling and an exchange student sharing a room? For many families, this can feel like a big adjustment. Nuria from Spain (16), who is being hosted for the 2024-25 school year in California, and … Continue reading →

Hosting an exchange student can be a life-changing experience, and for Katherine and her family, it’s one they’ve said “yes” to three times! What began as a simple reference check led to welcoming Rocio from Spain, whose easygoing nature made her an instant part of the family. This year, they opened their home to two … Continue reading →

For Kristen and Sharon, hosting exchange students is not just an act of hospitality, but a way to give back. Kristen’s own life-changing experience as an exchange student inspired the couple to begin welcoming Aspect students from around the world into their home in Colorado. Having hosted five students over the years, they welcomed Elsa … Continue reading →

Hosting a German exchange student brings the best experience right into your home. Germany is known for its scenic landscapes and traditions like Oktoberfest and Christmas markets. Hosting a German student allows you to share your own way of life while discovering theirs – forming a lifelong relationship! Whether it’s exploring their love for the … Continue reading →

For our National Advisor, Donita from Colorado, hosting became much more than a cultural experience — it became a lifelong bond! Despite living on different continents, Donita tells us how the connections only deepen over the years, growing like a family. Even when faced with challenges, Donita and her family continued to host and were … Continue reading →

Are you enjoying retirement? Consider hosting an Aspect student! Today we hear from Sheri and Frank, who opened their home to exchange students from all over the world and tell us how it’s been an incredibly rewarding experience. Over the years, they’ve hosted 10 students and just welcomed two more this school year! If you’re … Continue reading →