The diversity of students studying abroad with Aspect is as rich as the world around us. Hear about exceptional students and the life they bring to their host communities.
In Part One, we shared how students spent time with furry friends at a local pet kennel. Now in Part Two, we’re excited to continue celebrating the spirit of Global Youth Service Day. Community Manager Kristine from Washington shares how her students helped restore a wildlife refuge, while Community Manager Brittani from Texas tells us … Continue reading
Isaure from Belgium is spending her 2024-25 school year in Texas, where she brought her lifelong love for basketball to the court. This season, she helped make school history as part of the first girls basketball team in her district to win the state championship, and her teammates even called her their lucky charm. Congratulations … Continue reading
Global Youth Service Day has just finished, and thousands of young people around the world have made a positive impact in their communities! This year, we’re excited to highlight some of the inspiring ways our students gave back. In Part One, we hear from International Coordinator Deana from Nebraska, who shares how her students spent … Continue reading
This month, we’re shining a spotlight on Jony from Egypt, who is spending the 2024–25 school year with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program sponsored by the US Department of State in Washington State! Since arriving, he’s become a true part of his host family, loving every moment with them and with his exchange … Continue reading
With a desire to shake up her life and experience something new, Mia from Texas took a leap – and Italy was calling! What started as an adventure has turned into the best decision she’s ever made. Now thriving, she’s spending the 2024-25 school year abroad in Italy, living with a wonderful host family who … Continue reading
Today we hear from Jimena from Spain, who is spending her 2024-25 school year in the Michigan and loving every moment! Whether she’s competing in varsity volleyball, getting involved in school spirit, or building meaningful connections with her host family, Jimena is fully immersing herself in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. She’s embracing new challenges and making … Continue reading
We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Dani from the Netherlands, who is spending his 2024-25 school year in Utah! From stepping out of his comfort zone to join the choir to spending quality time with his host family, Dani is creating memories he’ll never forget. He’s fully immersing himself in American holidays and traditions, … Continue reading
Today we hear from Milica from Serbia, who is spending her 2024-25 school year in Colorado with the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program sponsored by the Department of State. Milica tells us how volunteering has been a meaningful way to give back and connect with her American community. From raising funds for her host brother’s Cub Scouts … Continue reading
Today we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on Samuel from Mozambique, who is spending his 2024-25 school year with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program sponsored by the US Department of State in Washington State! He shares how meaningful it is to exchange cultures and make connections with the people around him. Whether he’s joining … Continue reading
For this month’s student spotlight, we’re excited to feature Dilnora from Uzbekistan, who is spending her 2024-25 school year in Washington State with the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program sponsored by the Department of State. As she settles into her new life and makes the most of her time abroad, she shares, “FLEX is not just a … Continue reading