As February kicks off, we’re thrilled to feature Constance from Ghana for our student spotlight! Constance is currently spending the 2023/24 school year in Utah, with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program sponsored by the US Department of State! Constance tells us how she competed for the opportunity to come to the United States and live …
For this week’s Thank You Thursday, we continue to share the heartfelt thank you notes from our 2023/24 Aspect students as they convey their appreciation to their American host families for welcoming them to their homes and hearts. Mandy from the Netherlands expresses her gratitude for her unforgettable year, while Patricia from Moldova, who is …
Meet Sherri from Texas, a remarkable host mom whose warm and welcoming nature has brought countless students from around the world into her family’s home. Not only has Sherri and her family hosted over 20 students, but she has also dedicated 15 years to serving as an Aspect Manager and International Coordinator! One of the …
While we embrace the holiday spirit, we wanted to shine a light on our 2023-24 students who are giving back to their community through volunteering. Volunteering provides them a chance to learn more about American culture, build friendships, and develop a sense of empathy and social responsibility. Our students loved baking cookies for veterans, painting …
Meet one of our International Coordinators, Brittani from Texas! After her family hosted their first exchange student during the previous 2022/23 school year, Brittani joined the Aspect team as an International Coordinator in early 2023. Since then, she has been doing an outstanding job supervising 16 students. In addition to her role as an International …
Volunteering not only allows students to give back to their community, but it also provides them a chance to learn more about American culture, build friendships, and develop a sense of empathy and social responsibility. By engaging in community service, our students gain a deeper understanding of the world around them and become more compassionate …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Welcome to the second installment of our Welcome Roundup series! After the overwhelming responses and the incredible warmth we received from our community, we’re thrilled to present you with another collection of heartwarming moments captured as our 2023/24 students arrived to meet their American host families. See the special photos below! Davide from Italy hosted … Continue reading
While we recently celebrated the winners of our 2023 Arrival Photo and Video Contest, we couldn’t help but be amazed by the sheer creativity that poured into every entry. Today, we proudly present the part one of the Welcome Roundup, offering a glimpse into the countless heartwarming and sweet ways host families across America have … Continue reading
Few moments compare to the excited, anxious, joyful feeling of when our exchange students step off the plane and meet the people they’ll begin to call family! Being welcomed by warm, heartfelt and even silly signs eases the tension and allows the first words and hugs to be exchanged. Even after hours of travel, those … Continue reading
In a world filled with borders, JennyLyn has become a bridge! Hailing from Utah, she has become an extraordinary member of Aspect Foundation. As a host mom, International Coordinator, and Aspect Manager, her journey into the world of exchange has not only transformed her life but has also touched the lives of countless others. She’s … Continue reading
For our IC Spotlight, we’d like you to meet one of our wonderful International Coordinators at Aspect Foundation! Her journey with us has been about the simple joys – the heartwarming stories shared by students after they’ve returned to their home country, the positive impacts of guiding and supervising them, and the connections she formed … Continue reading
Submissions are in! It’s now time to vote for your favorite welcome photo or video! Please read the instructions and rules below: ***VOTE HERE – woobox.com/3359xd ****Good luck and happy voting! 🗳️ Are you interested in making a student a part of your family for the spring 2024 semester? Submit an inquiry and you’ll be the first … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday is here! On this delightful day, we take pleasure in sharing heartwarming stories from our incredible students as they express their gratitude to their American host families, communities, and International Coordinators. Today, we are delighted to feature a beautiful letter written by Annelle from Germany, who spent her 2022/23 year in the … Continue reading
Last chance to be part of our annual photo and video contest 2023!! Submissions will close this Friday, September 15th at 3:00pm. The voting window will begin immediately after! If you haven’t already, here is how you can submit a photo or video: *Contest has closed* Good luck and keep a lookout for more details … Continue reading
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