What does a birthday look like when a community comes together to celebrate a child? Today, we hear from Brittani, a Community Manager and host mom, who encourages her exchange students to give back during their time in the U.S. This school year, that spirit of service came to life through Birthday Boxes, a project … Continue reading
“Building bridges.”“Opening hearts and homes.”“Changing the world.” You’ve probably heard these phrases before. They sound inspiring, but what does it take to turn words like these into real action? At Aspect, we believe it’s through everyday moments and steady relationships created through cultural exchange and guided by International Coordinators who show up for students and … Continue reading
International Coordinator and host mom Becky from Utah recently traveled to Brazil at the invitation of a former exchange student she supervised during the 2024-25 school year. In this blog post, she reflects on the laughter, surprises, and moments that reminded her why supervising students can create connections that last a lifetime. An amazing thing … Continue reading
Shannon joined Aspect in 2015 and has made an incredible difference as a Team Manager, International Coordinator, and host mom. Shannon and her family have welcomed students into their home with kindness and care, creating memories they’ll cherish forever while offering steady guidance and support. Here’s what some of her students had to say about … Continue reading
Jodi joined Aspect in 2004 as a coordinator. Since then, she’s helped over 600 students find caring host families and create lasting memories. Now a Team Manager, Jodi is like family to many students! We asked a few to share what she means to them and here’s what they said. Mama Jodi, Looking back on … Continue reading
Following Adele’s recent spotlight on our blog, we invited some of her former students to reflect on what she meant to them during their exchange year. Below are a few messages that show how much Adele made them feel welcomed, cared for, and part of something truly special! “Ten years ago, Adele was the first … Continue reading
Meet Adele, one of our incredible Community Managers in Utah who brings warmth, heart, and years of experience to the Aspect team. With a background in fostering, adopting, and working with teens in her church, Adele has always had a passion for supporting young people. Since joining Aspect, she has built unforgettable connections with her … Continue reading
Meet Kristine, one of our amazing coordinators from Washington who’s been making a difference since 2016! Having placed more than 170 students with loving host families, Kristine is passionate about helping students feel supported and seen. In this spotlight, Kristine shares some of her favorite memories as a coordinator along with helpful tips for keeping … Continue reading
Mid-Stay Orientations are an exciting part of the exchange year, bringing students together for bonding, reflection, and new adventures. These orientations are just one of the many ways our coordinators support Aspect students throughout the school year. For example, students from Washington, Colorado, and Nebraska had the opportunity to make lasting memories—whether by taking part … Continue reading
Today, we’re highlighting one of our fantastic coordinators, Megan from Michigan! Megan’s adventure with Aspect began in 2005, and since then, she has been bringing cultures together in every way! Over the years, she has placed over 100 students, but for her, the most meaningful moments come from the little things – game nights, campfires, … Continue reading