Hear it from our students! / Life Abroad

Study Abroad Ambassador: Kelsey

Posted on March 13, 2018 by aspectxchange

Do you have your passport ready yet?! Our study abroad programs still have space for the summer and fall this year, so be sure to check in with us about how to start your dream program! But don’t take our word for it… hear what participating is like from our student ambassadors that have returned … Continue reading →

IC Spotlight / Life in the U.S.

“Being a coordinator is like having the whole world in your hands.”

Posted on April 12, 2016 by aspectxchange

Diana joined Aspect Foundation in 2015, where she had a successful season finding her first host families. She’s currently halfway through her first year of supervising and was excited to talk about the experience. We’re grateful to Diana for her experiences, advice, and encouragement! Continue reading →

Life in the U.S. / Student Spotlight

An Open Letter to Exchange Students

Posted on January 7, 2016 by aspectxchange

Last month, we received a special letter from one of our former exchange students, Emmi. The letter traveled all the way from Finland with an important message for you 🙂 Dear exchange students, I have something important to share with you. The year you’re living right now in the US is one of the greatest gifts you’ll … Continue reading →

Exchange Year 101 / Int'l Education Week / Life in the U.S. / Student Spotlight

6 Things I Learned as an Exchange Student | Kristin from Norway

Posted on November 13, 2015 by aspectxchange

Kristin from Norway is experiencing America in Washington for the 2015-16 academic year. In celebration of International Education Week, she shares with us 6 things she learned as an exchange student. 1. I take too much for granted. It sounds weird, but at home, we really live in a bubble. We have a good life. We know … Continue reading →

Hear it from our students! / Life Abroad / Why Study Abroad

10 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad in France

Posted on November 6, 2015 by aspectxchange

About guest blogger: Juliette is an Aspect exchange student from France currently living her American Dream in Illinois. In hopes to encourage American high school students to study abroad and gain a life-changing experience like her, she shared with us 10 reasons why American high school students should study abroad in France! She is also participating in … Continue reading →

Life Abroad / Student Spotlight

From California to Italia | 1. Sto Imparando

Posted on October 7, 2015 by aspectxchange

Levi from California is currently studying abroad in Italy for a year through Aspect Foundation. In collaboration with Levi, From California to Italia will chronicle his journey through the year realtime. We are excited to kick off the series with his first chronicle below! Now are you ready for a virtual walk through Italy? Parts of Rome, you can … Continue reading →