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Emma Weissburg

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Emma is an intercultural consultant, freelance blogger, and certified yoga instructor based on Oahu. She is American by citizenship, and has significant experience studying and working in Belgium, Australia, and Japan. Before moving to Hawaii, Emma worked in international education as an ESL Teacher and Student Services Coordinator. When she’s not writing, Emma enjoys traveling, exploring new beaches, practicing yoga, and meeting new friends from around the world.





Recent Posts

The holiday season is a time for warmth, joy, and the celebration of traditions. For host families with exchange students from...


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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and you know what that means– it’s time to get your exchange student in on the holiday...


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Hosting exchange students from around the world offers an opportunity to bridge cultures, build life-long friendships, and create...


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Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family. It provides an opportunity to learn about...


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As you eagerly await the arrival of your exchange student, it’s essential to ensure that they have everything they need for their...


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Have you already gotten matched with an exchange student arriving this fall? Are you looking for ways to connect with your...


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Tags: Holidays, Youth Exchange, cultural understanding

After a year of studying, participating in extracurricular activities, and learning a new language, the good-hearted fun that...


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Well, the time has come for our beloved exchange students to return to their native homes. As sad as these good-byes may feel,...


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For such a young country, the United States has become home to innovative technology, people of various backgrounds, sports teams...


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We use it every day, often without even noticing! Slang is an integral part of everyday English and is a great way to help your...


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We asked and the students answered! ICES was inundated by responses from our students on what they love about high school in...


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Mark your calendars! Chinese New Year is just around the corner. 

Why learn about Chinese New Year? This holiday is celebrated by...


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