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Update- Novel coronavirus: Decision to terminate current program in China

5 years ago

YFU Global Office has taken the decision to terminate the program for international students in China. After carefully considering the information coming in from different sources, the YFU Global Office, after consultation…

YFU USA Communication Regarding Novel Coronavirus

5 years ago

As a leader in international exchanges, YFU’s top priority continues to be student safety and welfare. Together with our partners…

The Power of Exchange to Fight Xenophobia and Celebrate Diversity

6 years ago

YFU’s mission remains as vital as ever. For almost 70 years, the YFU experience strives to correct false impressions and stereotypes that are all too easily formed. As an intercultural…

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Host Family Virtual Information Night

6 years ago

Pop into our Virtual Information Nights (VIN) and get your hosting questions answered LIVE!! This evening’s event will feature a short presentation on what it’s like to be a host family…

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YFU USA Honors Late Senator Richard Lugar

6 years ago

YFU USA was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Senator Richard Lugar on Sunday, April 28. Senator…

Reasons Why Being a Host Sibling is the Best

6 years ago

Hosting an exchange student for a year or even a semester is a transformative experience for everyone in your family,…

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Celebrating our Founder and the Volunteer Spirit

6 years ago

Our Founder and inspiration, Dr. Rachel Andresen, would’ve been 112 today! It is also the beginning of National Volunteer Week

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Love, Curiosity, and Kindness

6 years ago

That’s what Elisabeth Egel says about the planet we all share since experiencing life in the United States on her…

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YFU: Why you should consider taking a gap year to study abroad

6 years ago

What’s a gap year? It’s time off between stages of life. A student defers college admission to travel the world,…

Handling Homesickness Around the Holidays

6 years ago

When you’re hosting a foreign exchange student, the holidays can be tricky. No matter how well-adjusted your student is to…