Ayusa loves when our exchange students and host families share their experiences! Here are some first-hand stories from around the country.
If you would like to submit a story, you can email us at stories@ayusa.org!
Experiences
Student Has Shown The Spirit Of Exchange Through The Year
“I knew Demetrius was a very special person the first time I met him.”
Rocky Start Leads To Great Connection With New Host Family
“Me encantan! Ich habe sie einfach lieb! Je les aime!” Anni says of the Bell Family
Ayusa Student Selected To Represent Club At Conference
Rachel represents Wayne Unit of Boys & Girls Club, honored as Rookie of the Year
Star Student Shines, Prepares for Future In The U.S.
From media production to snow sports to volunteering, Emmanuel excelled in all
Student Shares What Exchange Has Meant For Her
Through change and growth, the exchange experience leaves a lasting impact on students
Star Students Seize Life In The U.S. With Double Placement
Both Star Students Maddie and Krystof live with the Raitts and are seizing life in the U.S.
Student Become Ambassador During Times of Global Crisis
Our exchange students are engulfed in the American culture and life during their time living in the U.S. While our students also share the joys of their culture and traditions with new friends and host community, what happens when their home country becomes the center of a global crisis?
New Experiences Open The World For Sierra Leone Student
Having never used a computer or seen snow, the world has been opened for Tamba
Student Survives Difficult Start, Is Host Family’s Angel
For our students, coming to live in America is an exciting and thrilling adventure that they know will change their lives. However, they cannot imagine the impact that they will make on their host family.
Student Shares Insights and Changes While In America
After only five months of living in the US, Kiran says she can already see change in herself.