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The Role of Host Families in High School Exchange Programs

6 months ago

Japanese exchange student taking group photo with her American host family

What Is a Host Family? For those exploring the idea of hosting, wondering what is a host family for students, or students considering exchange programs, understanding the role of host…

Embracing Opportunities: Why High School Students Should Study Abroad

7 months ago

High school students studying abroad experience a transformative journey beyond classroom confines in today’s globalized world. Here’s why this adventure…

exchange program/international education/scholarships/study abroad

Exploring the Legacy of 5 Influential Arab Poets: Celebrating Arab American History Month and National Poetry Month

7 months ago

April marks a significant intersection of cultural celebrations: Arab American History Month and National Poetry Month. In honoring this convergence,…

arabic poetry/national arab american history month/national poetry month/poetry

How to Become a Host Family With YFU

8 months ago

Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience. As a host family, you will provide guidance, love, and…

Host/host family/Hosting

Fun Things To Do With A Foreign Exchange Student

8 months ago

You’ve hosted your exchange student for a few months now, and you may be out of ideas for things to…

exchange student/Host

Discover The Top 6 Benefits of Hosting an Exchange Student with YFU

8 months ago

If you’re on the fence about whether to host an international student (or two!) in your home for the school…

From Bottomless Cups to Infinite Refills: The Surprising History of Free Drink Refills in the United States

8 months ago

If you’ve ever visited the United States, you’ve probably encountered one of the most delightful surprises for many international visitors:…

Blossoming Bonds: The Cultural Journey of Cherry Blossoms and Friendship

8 months ago

From its humble origins in the United States to its revered status as a beacon of friendship between nations, the…

cherry blossom/intercultural exchange/international day of friendship/japan/national cherry festival/united states

Lunar New Year Dos and Don’ts

9 months ago

Whether you’ve never celebrated the Lunar New Year or you’ve celebrated it your whole life, we’ve got some simple dos…

exchange student/intercultural exchange/lunar new year/study abroad

Ordinary Wonders: Ramen Noodles

9 months ago

To an exchange student, this everyday thing could be the most remarkable thing on earth. It’s what we call an…

exchange student/Hosting/ordinary wonders