Every year, ICES students arrive in the U.S. with a suitcase full of dreams—and leave with a second family in their hearts. In...
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Youth exchange- what’s not to love? You get to share a family member with another family across the world and have the chance to...
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If you're wondering whether it's still safe to host a high school exchange student in today's political climate, you're not...
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When high school exchange students picture their year in the U.S., they often dream of trick-or-treating, Thanksgiving feasts,...
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When spring rolls in, something magical happens. Trees bud, flowers bloom, and cultures around the globe burst into celebration....
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Your exchange student is already diving headfirst into American culture - attending school, learning slang, and discovering how...
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My name is Klaudia Ecklon Asmussen, and I’m 16 years old. I’m an exchange student from Denmark, spending an incredible year in...
You don't have to host a student from Japan to enjoy the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Explore this cultural event to celebrate...
Spring break is almost here, and it’s the perfect excuse to step away from your daily routine and spend quality bonding time with...
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So, you’re heading abroad for the adventure of a lifetime—exciting! You’ve got your passport, your visa (hopefully), and your...
Exchange students come to experience American culture. But what do they find? From the food we eat to the holidays we celebrate,...
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So, you've decided to host a foreign exchange student—exciting! Now comes one of the most fun decisions: What country should your...
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