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Inside YFU’s National Pre-Departure Orientation: Preparing Exchange Students for Global Adventures

3 days ago

Every summer, Youth For Understanding (YFU) brings together a vibrant group of future exchange students for its National Pre-Departure Orientation (NPDO), a transformative weekend designed to prepare young cultural…

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What is Cultural Exchange?

4 weeks ago

A group of foreign exchange students petting a dog

Cultural exchange is the enriching process where individuals from different cultural backgrounds come together to share, learn, and grow through meaningful interaction. At its core, cultural exchange fosters mutual understanding,…

Are Foreign Exchange Students Allowed to Date?

2 months ago

Two international exchange students chatting together on campus

Navigating Relationships as a Foreign Exchange Student One of the most common questions exchange students have is, “Are foreign exchange students allowed to date?” The answer varies depending on the…

Best Places to Study Abroad in High School

2 months ago

According to the most recent Open Doors U.S. study, during the 2021-2022 academic year alone, over 180,000 students chose to study abroad, seizing the chance to embrace new experiences. With…

Countries With Most Students Studying Abroad

2 months ago

Study abroad female friend group pictured on airplane wing

Studying abroad is increasingly popular among American students, with countries like Italy, the United Kingdom, and Spain topping the list of preferred destinations. These nations offer rich histories, diverse cultures,…

How to Deal with Homesickness While Studying Abroad

3 months ago

Asian girl dealing with homesickness while studying abroad

Studying abroad can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, but it also comes with challenges. One of the most common emotional hurdles international students face…

YFU Student Named Student Athlete of the Year

4 months ago

Kim’s Journey as a German Exchange Student to Athlete of the Year Meet Kim, an inspiring German exchange student who has embraced a new culture and excelled in her passion…

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YFU Student Named CBYX Participant of the Month

5 months ago

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Join us in congratulating Norah, the March CBYX Participant of the Month! Norah has fully embraced her exchange year in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Initially from Dingdorf, Rhineland Palatinate, Norah…

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From Studying Abroad in Japan to Becoming a Teen Author

6 months ago

Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; for many high school students, it’s the dream of a lifetime. But for Silas-Henry Adkins, studying abroad in Japan led to something extraordinary:…

YFU Student Selected as CBYX Participant of the Month

8 months ago

A group of teenagers stand in front of a castle in Germany

We are thrilled to announce that YFU exchange student Alexander Crim has been named the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Participant of the Month for December 2024! This prestigious recognition, awarded…

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Inside YFU’s National Pre-Departure Orientation: Preparing Exchange Students for Global Adventures

What is Cultural Exchange?

Are Foreign Exchange Students Allowed to Date?

Best Places to Study Abroad in High School

Countries With Most Students Studying Abroad

How to Deal with Homesickness While Studying Abroad

YFU Student Named Student Athlete of the Year

YFU Student Named CBYX Participant of the Month

From Studying Abroad in Japan to Becoming a Teen Author

YFU Student Selected as CBYX Participant of the Month