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# International Experience USA

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- [It’s Not Too Late! 3 Reasons to Say YES to Hosting an Exchange Student This School Year](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/host-an-exchange-student-this-school-year/) - Think it’s too late to host an exchange student? Discover 3 reasons to become a host family this school year, including flexible short-term hosting options.
- [5 Things the FIFA World Cup and Student Exchange Have in Common](https://ie-usa.org/blog/travel/5-things-the-fifa-world-cup-and-student-exchange-have-in-common/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ custom_padding=”0px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-62px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||17px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Every four years, billions of people around the world tune in to watch the FIFA World Cup. While the tournament is primarily about soccer (football 😉), it’s also a global celebration
- [Celebrating Excellence: Meet the 2025–26 iE-USA Student Recognition Award Winners](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/student-recognition-awards/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”156px” custom_margin=”-61px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”21px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Each year, iE-USA proudly recognizes outstanding international exchange students who have made a meaningful impact in their schools, communities, and host families. Through our Student Recognition Awards, host parents, local coordinators, and
- [Happy Mother's Day, iE Host Moms!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/happy-mothers-day-ie-host-moms/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate all of the incredible mother figures in our lives . . . including the amazing host moms who have opened their hearts and homes to an exchange student. A host mom’s role
- [An Unexpected Legacy](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/unexpected-legacy-blackmons/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”12px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Ben and Natalie Blackmon of Clarksville, Tennessee never planned to become host parents. Natalie had been a Local Coordinator with International Experience for over four years, spending that time supporting high school exchange students throughout their time in the
- [Cultural Differences and Understanding Part 1: The Culture Factor](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/cultural-differences-and-understanding-part-1-the-culture-factor/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”3062.4px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] It should come as no surprise that we believe hosting an exchange student is a wonderful and life-changing experience. But we also know from years of experience that parenting someone else’s teenager, no matter where they’re from, can come
- [From Host Sibling to Local Coordinator: How 17-Year-Old Lia Quinones Is Inspiring New Host Families](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/lia-quinones/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”2722.3px” custom_margin=”||-14px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”583px” custom_margin=”-24px|auto|-30px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#57cc99″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”2c55a9c4-feed-423b-9edb-ae0b5b365cac” text_font=”Source Sans Pro|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.64)” text_line_height=”1.75em” link_font=”|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” link_text_color=”#22577a” quote_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” quote_text_color=”#111111″ header_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”#111111″ header_font_size=”72px” header_line_height=”1.15em” header_2_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#111111″ header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||”
- [What You Should Know Before Hosting an Exchange Student](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/what-you-should-know-before-hosting-an-exchange-student/) - Whether it’s your 1st year hosting or your 40th, this "crash course" from RD and Host Mom Sara will leave you confident and prepared for the journey ahead.
- [Five Ways to Share Your America (No Matter Where You Live!)](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/five-ways-share-your-america/) - Fourth of July is a great time to reflect on what connects and unites our country. Keep reading for five ways to share your America no matter where you live!
- [Year in Review: Your Favorite Memories from this School Year](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/year-in-review-your-favorite-memories-from-this-school-year/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] It’s true what they say about hosting — it’s not just a year in your life, it’s a whole lot of life packed into a year! We asked our 2024-25 host families to share their favorite memories from their experience.
- [2024-25 Student Recognition Awards](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/202425-sra/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”156px” custom_margin=”-61px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”21px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] The iE-USA Student Recognition Awards recognize students for their outstanding achievements in Academics, Athletics, Community, Volunteering, and as iE Ambassadors for their region in the U.S. Students currently on exchange in the U.S. were nominated by their host
- [Watch Culture Bloom: Spotlight on Lia from Germany!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/exchanging-creativity-lia-from-germany/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Blog” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Lia from Germany has always been interested in art. So when her high school art teacher informed their class about an upcoming visual arts competition in her host community, she knew she wanted to contribute.
- [What's it REALLY like to be an exchange student?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/real-life-exchange-student-q-and-a/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”355.3px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”216.3px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] What’s it really like to be an exchange student in the U.S.? Hosting an exchange student is a rewarding experience for everyone involved. But have you ever wondered what it looks like from a student’s perspective? We asked
- [5 simple ways to share your love of hosting!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-simple-ways-to-share-your-love-of-hosting/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”2310.2px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”154.8px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”245.3px” global_colors_info=”{}”] February is the month of love. Whether it’s through a quick smile at a stranger, a cup of tea shared with a loved one, or shoveling the snow from a neighbor’s driveway, we’re reminded to share a
- [“Hosting Mara” - Two Generations of Host Families](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting-mara-two-generations-of-host-families/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”2742.3px” custom_margin=”||-562px|||” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”583px” custom_margin=”|auto|-30px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#57cc99″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”2c55a9c4-feed-423b-9edb-ae0b5b365cac” text_font=”Source Sans Pro|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.64)” text_line_height=”1.75em” link_font=”|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” link_text_color=”#22577a” quote_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” quote_text_color=”#111111″ header_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”#111111″ header_font_size=”72px” header_line_height=”1.15em” header_2_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#111111″ header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#111111″
- [“Both of your lives can change for the better”: Hosting in a Single-Parent Home](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/both-of-your-lives-can-change-for-the-better-hosting-in-a-single-parent-home/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”2742.3px” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”583px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#57cc99″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”2c55a9c4-feed-423b-9edb-ae0b5b365cac” text_font=”Source Sans Pro|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.64)” text_line_height=”1.75em” link_font=”|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” link_text_color=”#22577a” quote_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” quote_text_color=”#111111″ header_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”#111111″ header_font_size=”72px” header_line_height=”1.15em” header_2_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#111111″ header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#111111″ header_3_font_size=”32px” header_3_line_height=”1.3em” header_4_font=”Playfair
- [3 Simple (but Meaningful) Ways to Support Your iE Fam this Holiday Season](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/3-simple-but-meaningful-ways-to-support-your-ie-fam-this-holiday-season/) - Just a few of the BEST gifts you can give the host family or international student in your life. 🎁
- [Make This Easy, DIY Thankful Tree!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/make-a-thankful-tree/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||-151px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] At its core, Thanksgiving is all about reflecting on what we’re thankful for. Thank-fully, gratitude is a universal language, and this is the perfect season to share your own winter holiday traditions. One creative
- [5 Ways to Embrace the Season with your Exchange Student](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-ways-to-embrace-fall/) - Top five ways to embrace all the best of this (always too-short) season with your international exchange student.
- [10 Tips for New Exchange Students: Advice from iE Alumni](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/10-tips-for-new-exchange-students-advice-from-ie-alumni/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-21px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Embarking on an exchange year is incredibly exciting. But those first few weeks of transitioning to a new culture, new language, and new home can be daunting for even the most adventurous students. It’s
- [Two Families, One Mission: You Have What It Takes to Host!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/two-families-one-mission-you-have-what-it-takes-to-host/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”396.6px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”234.6px” custom_margin=”|auto|-46px|auto||” custom_padding=”||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”209.6px” custom_margin=”-37px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Sometimes it just takes one small nudge to make a life-changing decision. For Jennifer and Jessica Wolfe, it was a Facebook post from International Experience (IE) that got the ball rolling. “I saw an
- [Pauline from Germany for Treasurer!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/pauline-from-germany-for-treasurer/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”2093.6px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”386.4px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]For Pauline, 18, from Germany, getting to experience the inner workings of local government was the cherry on top of a successful exchange year in the U.S. Each year, Pauline’s host community in northeast Ohio
- [10 Ways to Share Your America](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/10-ways-to-share-your-america/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-62px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] How do you share your America? For many families in the U.S., the Fourth of July is a time to come together and celebrate with fireworks, sparklers, and red-white-and-blue treats. But it doesn’t have
- [Why YOU Should Host (According to Real Host Moms!)](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/host-moms-say/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Mother’s Day may have come and gone, but we’re always grateful for the amazing host moms and mother figures that make our work possible. By taking the leap and inviting an international exchange student into their families, each host mom
- [2023-24 iE-USA Student Recognition Awards](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/2023-24-student-recognition-awards/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”156px” custom_margin=”-61px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”21px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The iE-USA Student Recognition Awards recognize students for their outstanding achievements in Academics, Athletics, Community, Volunteering, and as iE Ambassadors. Students currently on exchange in the U.S. were nominated by their host families, Local Coordinators, or iE staff members.
- [Ending the Year Well](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/ending-the-year-well/) - Whether you’re a host parent, international student, or local coordinator — How can you end your year on the best note possible?
- [Like True Siblings](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/like-true-siblings/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”1px||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Brown family from Michigan consists of single mom Katrina, her two teenage sons Brennan and Gibson, Goldendoodle Mazie, and, over the years, four international students from Germany and
- [2022-23 iE-USA Student Recognition Awards](https://ie-usa.org/blog/students/2022-23-awards/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Arial||||||||” text_font_size=”15px” global_colors_info=”{}”] The iE-USA Student Recognition Awards recognize students for their outstanding achievements in Academics, Athletics, Community, Volunteering and as iE Ambassadors. Students currently on exchange in the U.S. were nominated by their host
- [Your Ticket to the Best Summer Ever](https://ie-usa.org/blog/travel/best-summer-ever/) - Our Summer Immersion Programs in Germany and Spain are the ideal way for 14-18 year-old U.S. teens to experience life in another culture. As part of the program, you’ll spend three weeks living with a host family and experiencing all that these different European cultures have to offer, from nature to historic sites and museums to food. Read on to find out more about the program and how you could apply to go on the adventure of a lifetime.
- [Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with iE's Summer Immersion Programs](https://ie-usa.org/blog/travel/experience-a-once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity-with-ies-summer-immersion-programs/) - Have you always wanted to become a foreign exchange student- but never knew quite how to do it? Keep reading to learn more about traveling abroad with iE's Summer Immersion Programs! To learn more about iE's Summer Immersion Programs, check out our website! What are the German / Spanish Summer Immersion Programs? Each summer, International
- [Welcome Families: Short-term commitment, BIG impact!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/welcome-families-short-term-commitment-big-impact/) - Updated 7/8/2022 We love sharing the adventure of student exchange! But what if a family can't host for the full school year? Easy! They can help as a welcome family! What is a "welcome family?" A welcome family hosts a student on a short-term basis at the beginning of the school year. Why
- [Debunking 10 Common Objections to Hosting](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/debunking-10-common-hosting-objections/) - Updated November 2021 Everyone seems to agree: hosting an exchange student is enriching, rewarding, and so very fun! So why do so many people push the pause button? Like anything else, hosting an exchange student comes with a common list of assumptions and misconceptions. But these "reasons" not to host are not only misguided, they
- [We Say YES](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/we-say-yes/) - Updated December 2021 From the outside looking in, a family's decision to host an exchange student may seem like a logistical mystery. Most families in our culture would say they feel busy, or at the very least "full," with their own schedules and their own children... so what on earth motivates them to add yet
- [FAQ: What is a Double Placement?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/faq-what-is-a-double-placement/) - Updated February 2022 The double placement was definitely the right way to go for us. Since we don't have any kids of our own, it was like creating an instant family, complete with siblings! Plus, the students leaned on each other at school and had a buddy in the house on the rare occasion that
- [Top 9 FAQ About Hosting an Exchange Student](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/top-9-faq-about-hosting-an-exchange-student/) - Updated March 2022 So you've been considering hosting a high school exchange student, but have some questions regarding the process. Don't worry! We've gathered the top 9 frequently asked questions about hosting an exchange student: 1. What does our commitment require? Will hosting disrupt our family life? Hosting an international student through iE means opening
- [Top 7 Reasons to Host a German Exchange Student!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/top-7-reasons-to-host-a-german-exchange-student/) - Immerse yourself in German culture by hosting an exchange student from Germany! Learn new foods, language, and more!
- [10 Reasons to Host an Exchange Student](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/10-reasons-to-host-an-exchange-student/) - Updated May 2022 Why host an exchange student? Our tight-knit band of cultural adventurers agree - when they opened their homes to host, they GAINED so much more than they gave. Are you ready for a life-changing adventure, right in your own living room? Consider these 10 reasons why hosting an exchange student may just
- [5 Surprising Benefits of Hosting an Exchange Student!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-surprising-benefits-of-hosting-an-exchange-student/) - There are many reasons for hosting an international exchange student! Check out this article to take a look at some surprising benefits that come along with hosting.
- [Double Placement... Twice as Nice!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/double-placement-twice-as-nice/) - The Peebles hosted their first student with International Experience in 2015, and while every experience has redeeming elements, their first hosting relationship didn't feel entirely fulfilling. However, knowing that the magic happens with "the right fit," their experienced local coordinator Dorothee Cooke presented a new idea. What if they gave it another try under completely
- [A Fitting Tribute: Moana in America](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-fitting-tribute-moana-in-america/) - It's not every day that you run across someone who can so clearly capture the heart and soul of an experience in a way that it can be shared with, and felt by, others. Fortunately for us, iE student, Moana's host parents, Erik and Kaylee are up to the task! Check out this fitting and
- [A Farm-Fresh Adventure for Max](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-farm-fresh-adventure-for-max/) - When exchange students dream of their future host home, “farm life” often isn’t on their radar! Even so, Max from Germany feels he has found his perfect second home exploring farm life with the fun-loving Erb family. Life on the Farm Jeremy and Laura Erb own and operate an organic grain farm in Milton, PA.
- [Oregon's "Ray" of Sunshine](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/oregons-ray-of-sunshine/) - Ray Hernandez is outgoing, magnetic, and a gifted guitarist. Like any exchange student, he had some doubts about leaving the familiarity of his home in Spain to embrace the unknown of an exchange year in the US. Fortunately for Ray, that one leap of faith has completely transformed his world, bringing him a renewed sense
- [We LOVE Our Host Families!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/we-love-our-host-families/) - As Valentine’s day approaches, let us give credit where credit is due: our incredible host families! WE LOVE YOU! We appreciate each and every host family who has joined us in this journey – let us share just a few of their stories with you! It’s a Twin Thing! What’s more fun than hosting an
- [4 Ways to Spice Up YOUR Super Bowl Party!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/4-ways-to-spice-up-your-super-bowl-party/) - HOLD IT. What does the Super Bowl have to do with student exchange?! Well let's start with this: it's not just about the game! (Right?!) There's no denying that the Super Bowl has become a major national icon of connection and camaraderie (and oh yeah - FOOTBALL!) Just think about it. When else does our
- [Hosting Christian - The Right Fit!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hosting-christian-the-right-match/) - When a family is matched with just the right student, we often find that the experience changes them, making a mark on their family that will never be forgotten. Carrie and Brian Barton and their son Kevin had often opened their home to others – a teen mom and her baby, a baseball player – and
- [Hanukkah, Stockings & Saint Nicholas Too!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hanukkah-stockings-saint-nicholas-too/) - One of the brilliant parts of hosting an exchange student is the FUN that comes from including them in your family's holiday celebrations... and trying out some of theirs! This has been true of the Chudoba family, who is hosting Alex from Germany this year. This vibrant family is accustomed to having guests in their
- [Leonie's Christmas in America](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/leonies-christmas-in-america/) - One of the joys of exchange is experiencing all the ways we’re different, as well as all the many ways we’re the same – and this is especially true during the holiday season! Leonie Gabriel from Germany is staying with the Fishel family in Fishers, Indiana. She and her family both celebrate Christmas, but this
- [Why Student Exchange is more "Thanksgiving-y" than Black Friday and Pumpkin Pie COMBINED](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/why-student-exchange-is-more-thanksgiving-y-than-black-friday-and-pumpkin-pie-combined/) - As a national holiday that's specific to the US, the Thanksgiving experience is one our exchange students always cherish! [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""] Eat way too much food? DONE. Sit around watching the football game or the Macy's Day parade? DONE and DONE. Do a little shopping? ABSOLUTELY! [/perfectpullquote] But consider this:
- ["Way to Go, Julie..."](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/way-to-go-julie/) - Christa and Brian Tesch may be new host parents, but they already feel right at home hosting 16 year old Julie. “She is a perfect mix of my kids’ personalities,” shares Christa. “I swear she could be my child! They all get along really well.” The Tesch family has two children of their own, 19
- [5 Pumpkin-Loving Activities For Your Family!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-pumpkin-loving-activities-for-your-family/) - Exchange students love experiencing anything "American" - and what could be more representative of our culture this time of year than pumpkin spice lattes?! All joking aside, we are a nation that loves our seasons, as well as the iconic flavors that go with them. It comes as no surprise to us then that October
- [Meet Julian](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/meet-julian/) - 15 year old Julian Schwiers may be far from his German hometown, but he’s quickly found a place all his own right here in Tennessee. Julian and his Spanish host brother Luis are sharing the host home of Shelly and Michael Treen – their second double placement in two years! “One of my very best
- [Bring an Exchange Student Back to School!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/bring-an-exchange-student-back-to-school/) - It's back-to-school time across the country. As American students choose colored binders and stock up on pencils, more than 25 exchange students across the world are holding their breath, waiting. They wait by the phone, anticipating the news that they have been CHOSEN. Not by a family in some Beverly Hills mansion, not by someone
- [Big Brother Nico](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/big-brother-nico/) - When Tricia Lee was a child, she loved having an exchange student in the home. Now that she is a mom of four children, she's choosing the same adventure for her family! The Lee family in Minnesota has hosted a total of 4 exchange students, the most recent being Nico from Spain, who has become
- [Share YOUR America!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/share-your-america-2/) - How will YOU celebrate this 4th of July? Did you know that there are many exchange students still awaiting a host home? These young men and women dream of the opportunity to soak up American culture - to shadow you and see what life is like in your shoes! This year, why not share YOUR America with
- [A BROTHER for the Ginnan Girls!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-brother-for-the-ginnan-girls/) - Kimberly Ginnan has fond memories of hosting an exchange student when she was a child, so she knew she wanted to provide the same experience for her three girls. When the Ginnan's oldest daughter Gillian was in high school, they decided the time was right! After careful consideration they agreed to host Tim from Germany
- [How two "only children" gained a sibling for LIFE!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/how-two-only-children-became-siblings-for-life/) - Justin Harvey is a 17 year old from Indiana with a love of maps, countries, and especially German culture. As Justin dove into the language in his high school German class, he dreamed of visiting the country he loved. Meanwhile, halfway acround the world in Germany, a young girl named Chantal was eagerly chasing the
- [Bienvenido, Maria!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/bienvenido-maria/) - When the Brennan family was asked to consider hosting an exchange student - again - they were understandably hesitant. A previous hosting experience hadn't been quite what they expected, and while it was "good" in many ways, it was also a significant adjustment. Could this time be different? After picking up their host daughter Maria
- [A Letter to Next Year's Exchange Students](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-letter-to-next-years-exchange-students/) - German exchange student Lorena Schraub visited Texas in 2013/14. Like most exchange students, acclimating to American culture was both thrilling and sometimes exhausting! In the letter below, she shares her experiences in order to pass on her wisdom to the next generation of students eagerly awaiting their flight to the U.S. Enjoy her candor, her
- [Empty-Nesters Find Global FAMILY Through Exchange!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/empty-nesters-find-global-family-through-exchange/) - John and Ranelle Ladbury have hosted for 5 years, and they've already signed up to do it again next year! What brings them back year after year? With their own triplets grown and out of the house, this empty-nest couple found that their home (and their hearts) had room to spare. Because of this, the Ladburys often
- [A Fit Like Family](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-fit-like-family-2/) - When Maggie Stephenson was hired to supervise a student placement, she had no idea what was in store! What she found was a connection to a young Spanish girl that was as strong as family. "Loreto comes to my house every Sunday, she spent Easter with us, I helped her get ready for prom," shares
- [Meet Me in Madrid!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/meet-me-in-madrid/) - Julie Rayhorn has been a Local Coordinator with IE for two years. During that time, she has relished the opportunity to connect with students from different parts of the world! This spring, however, Julie enjoyed a new perk: the roles reversed, and she became the traveler! Julie was invited to participate in an abroad student
- [Volunteer Week 2018: Host Families Give From WITHIN](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/volunteer-week-2018-host-families-give-from-within/) - When we think of volunteering, we typically envision going outside of ourselves to give something away. Serving at a soup kitchen requires us to leave our normal routine and give time and resources to other people. Picking up trash requires hours in the hot sun. Charitable donations require giving money. But what about the kind
- [All the WORLD’S a Stage ~ exchange students THRIVE in performing arts!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/all-the-worlds-a-stage-exchange-students-thrive-in-performing-arts/) - As an exchange student acclimating to “American life,” there is perhaps nothing more precious than a close-knit group of like-minded friends. Many students find that connection, and so much more, through music and performing arts - proving that ART truly does transcend cultures, beliefs and backgrounds! Why do groups like band, choir, and theater provide such
- [Welcome to TEXAS!!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/welcome-to-texas/) - When 16 year old Johanna from Austria boarded a plane for America, she knew she was in for an adventure! But she never could have guessed how quickly a town called Lucas, TX - with the warmth of her host family and the energy of Lovejoy High School - would become a second home! The Rupich
- [It Takes a Village](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/it-takes-a-village/) - What comes to mind when you think of foreign exchange students? Is it cobblestone streets winding through quaint European cities? Is it foreign languages, or interesting international cuisine? To be sure, INTERNATIONAL is what we're all about - but as a nonprofit organization intentionally invested in our host communities, we're also about LOCAL. It's the very
- ["They called us the United Nations"](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/they-called-us-the-united-nations/) - How many international guests is "too many"? If you're the Kitzmiller family, there's no such thing! Carolyn Kitzmiller has worked with exchange students for 7 years, and during this time her family has hosted countless students. "I do it for the relationship," says Carolyn. "And these kids truly have become family to us." A warm, open
- [Superbowl + 1 = TOUCHDOWN!!!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/superbowl-1-touchdown/) - In case you hadn't noticed, the Super Bowl is kind of a big deal. (ha!) As a national icon of connection and camaraderie (and, oh yeah - FOOTBALL!) families across the nation gather to eat delicious snack food and critique the much anticipated commercials and halftime show. Football fans paint their faces, don jerseys, and shout
- [Igniting Global Change Through the FFA](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/igniting-global-change-through-the-ffa/) - Burnt River may have only 15 students, but this tiny western high school in Eastern Oregon has become an unlikely hub of global interaction, growth, and discovery. And since life in this small town revolves primarily around agriculture, it's fitting that a small but vibrant FFA chapter is leading the way! Unlike most schools, Burnt
- [Sue's Story: How Saying "Yes" Changed Everything!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/1015/) - Embarking on a new adventure can feel a little daunting, and sometimes downright scary. This is true of exchange students waiting to set foot on American soil, but it can also be true of host parents, anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new family member! Host mom Sue Cubbage had always wanted to host an
- [Navigating the NEW](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/navigating-the-new/) - When Tina and Thomas McNeil agreed to welcome 16 year old Diego from Spain into their home, they knew it meant more than housing a guest: they were adding a member of the family! Diego poses with host brothers Tate and Troy on a hunting trip. (He’s not too sure about the buck!) Host brothers
- [EXCHANGE the old in for the NEW!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/exchange-the-old-in-for-the-new/) - JANUARY - it's 30 days packed with new resolutions, goals, dreams and commitments! An entire month of "I'm ready!" and "this is the year!" and "let's DO this!" But as hasty resolutions fall by the wayside, we tend to become wiser about our Januaries. Sure, we may still commit to losing 10 pounds or exercising daily,
- [Happy Holidays from iE!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/happy-holidays-from-ie/) - No matter where we come from, what we look like or what language we speak, holiday traditions are sure to take a central role in our cultural identity. That's what's so special about sharing life with an exchange student during this time of year! Host families and coordinators discover the joy of sharing age-old traditions.
- [Working with Exchange Students: The Gift that Keeps On Giving!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/working-with-exchange-students-the-gift-that-keeps-on-giving/) - Local Coordinators are truly the unsung heroes of student exchange: they find host families, mentor students, and offer seamless support throughout the exchange year. The gift they give students and families during this time is priceless! But it doesn't end there. Many find that they gain just as much as they give, and that working
- [Because of YOU...](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/because-of-you/) - We hear story after story of lives radically altered because of ONE simple decision: to study abroad as an exchange student. When a family opens their home to host, they're not just welcoming a student, they're also opening the door to endless possibilities! With Thanksgiving around the corner, our students, both past and present, are
- [International Education Week: MAYBE...](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/international-education-week-maybe/) - The long flight from Germany is over. Henrik's smiling host family has collected his luggage, and in the quiet of his room he unpacks old relics into his new life. But what happens next? We often talk about the benefit of exchange for the students. Next, we'll talk about the benefit of exchange for the host
- [International Education Week: Is Studying Abroad Worth It?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/international-education-week-is-studying-abroad-worth-it/) - Austrian student Kathi Schedl came as an exchange student in 2015, and 10 months later she left what had become a second home in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Back home in Austria, Kathi wrote a school essay answering the question, "Is it worth it to spend a year studying another country?" In her compelling response, she so
- [International Education Week: Bringing the WORLD Home](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/international-education-week-bringing-the-world-home/) - In November, the world pauses to reflect upon the value and impact of "global learning." International Education Week, November 13-17, engages world leaders from more than 100 countries who pledge support of one unifying goal: to promote intercultural growth, engagement, and connection. One way the local community engages with this goal is through high school student exchange. [perfectpullquote
- [The Cultural Evolution of Halloween](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/the-cultural-evolution-of-halloween/) - October 31 is a highly anticipated day for exchange students, who can't wait to celebrate "American Halloween." Like many US traditions, however, the American celebration of Halloween is actually a blend of historical and cultural influences, none of which originated in America! And interestingly, the "Americanized" Halloween has in turn gone global, sharing the traditions of costumes, candy,
- [Voices from the Past](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/voices-from-the-past/) - An exchange year is a significant time of growth, and many students continue to unpack its full weight and meaning even years after it ends! We asked three students to reflect upon the best year of their life, and their advice is priceless! Whether we work with internationals, brush shoulders with teens, or simply want to live each
- [Dear Laura...](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/dear-laura/) - Dear Laura, it has been my honor to be your dad this past year. I don't think you realize the impact you have had on me and my family. It takes a lot of courage and a big leap of faith for a young lady to leave her home, family and friends and come to
- [Who is International Experience?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/who-is-international-experience/) - We are a unique exchange organization where PEOPLE come first. That may be a peculiar way to begin, but it’s exactly this belief that started iE in 2002. We knew the significance of an exchange year, and the common pitfalls. But what if there could be a better way? What if each student was given
- [Pablo Presents at the YMCA!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/pablo-presents-at-the-ymca/) - Exchange students accept a special responsibility to be ambassadors to their communities, tasked with the important job of representing their country to those they meet. We couldn't be more proud of Pablo from Spain, who joined other international students to tangibly share, educate, and inspire a new generation of youth at their local YMCA! Enjoy this
- [Hosted by a Hurricane...  {SURPRISE!}](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hosted-by-a-hurricane-surprise/) - Natural disasters don't typically rank at the top of an exchange student's bucket list! You can be sure that Hurricane Harvey took these four exchange students by surprise. But when much is lost, oddly enough, there is much to be gained in the aftermath. Johanna from Germany was elated when she learned she would be going to Texas -
- [Peace Day 2017: The Peace Crane Project](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/peace-day-2017-the-peace-crane-project/) - Today, September 21, the exchange student community joins the world in prioritizing peace. The International Day of Peace, or "Peace Day," is globally recognized as a day for all humanity to commit to upholding peace above all differences, and to contribute to building a culture of PEACE. Peace Day is particularly poignant for those who work
- [Texas Exchange Student: "We Beat Harvey's Darkness"](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/texas-exchange-student-we-beat-harveys-darkness/) - Lea Radomski, an exchange student from Germany, arrived in Cypress, TX just weeks before Hurricane Harvey. Ironically, Lea left behind the devastation of a recent flood in her German hometown. Below she gives us a glimpse of her experience with her host family during this trying time, and the HOPE that springs forth in adversity.
- [Hello, My Name is Joey](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hello-my-name-is-joey/) - Hello, my name is Joey, and I’m a German exchange student who was in the USA for a semester. About 4 and a half years ago, I took this one amazing journey that changed my whole life. When I first started thinking about becoming an exchange student, it wasn’t really about the culture or language,
- [At Home While Abroad](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/at-home-while-abroad/) - Exchange Student’s Family Opens Their Doors to American Hosts Guest blog by Mindy O’Bannon, Host Mom in Houston The thing about taking a long-awaited trip abroad to experience another culture and all the history that comes with it is you can't really process it all until you get back home to the mundane, as if everything you did
- [New Roots in Michigan](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/new-roots-in-michigan/) - If "home is where the heart is," then exchange students Johanna from Germany and Jade from South Africa have found new roots - and a new home - in a small town neither girl could have guessed would so quickly captivate their hearts. "Jenison is a very friendly community,” remembers Jade, “and the people are
- [Opening Homes and Hearts in Central Texas](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/opening-homes-and-hearts-in-central-texas/) - While many central Texans unwind during the last lazy days of summer, Teal Scott, an exchange student coordinator for iE-USA, is working overtime. "We have over 35 students left looking for a host home before August 31," shares Teal, "and I know so many of the families in our area will be so blessed by the chance
- [A Fit Like FAMILY](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-fit-like-family/) - What is it like to add an exchange student to your family? How do they "fit in"? Host mom and Local Coordinator Pam Moore shares her story of building a life-long relationship with her host daughter, Laura. I had talked to Laura by FaceTime, text, and email for 4 months before she arrived, so
- [Real LIFE + Exchange](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/innes-interview/) - We love stories from real life host families! Enjoy this interview with the Innes family, who have been a blessing to our program 3 times over! You have hosted three times. What was it that made your family decide to host? Two things: we had had au pairs for a couple of years and myself
- ["Just Be Warned: They'll Get Under Your Skin and Attached To Your Heartstrings"](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/just-be-warned-theyll-get-under-your-skin-and-attached-to-your-heartstrings/) - [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]"It can't hurt - we'll try anything once!"[/perfectpullquote] Famous last words, or the start of an epic adventure? Luckily for Kelly and Andy Feulner, it was the beginning of something great. "We don't have kids of our own, so when the opportunity to host came up on the VolunteerMatch
- [Haiti Adoption Project: The Ultimate Win/Win!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/haiti-adoption-project-the-ultimate-winwin/) - This summer, two Illinois sisters who share a passion for FAMILY are teaming up! One is pursuing a missional adoption, and the other works tirelessly to help high school exchange students find a host home. Using our $200 referral program, Lacey Landwehr and Amanda Mesecher (pictured above) have joined forces to help BOTH their passions thrive
- [Experiencing the Bigger Picture](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/experiencing-the-bigger-picture/) - Why would a single parent of two teenage girls sign up to host an exchange student? Let's hear from host mom Charlotte Powell to find out! Thanks for being here Charlotte! Can you tell us - What was it that made you decide to host? I saw an ad in the local newspaper asking for
- [Giving Away the American Dream](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/on-family-and-freedom/) - [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]Sparklers dance through hot dusky air, held fast by sticky ice-cream covered fingers. As a day of playful celebration comes to an end, bright explosions illumine the sky - FIREWORKS! [/perfectpullquote] The 4th of July embodies so much of what we treasure as Americans: a celebration of our nation, our
- [Emily Experiences Germany!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/emily-in-germany/) - When a family hosts an exchange student, a common side effect is a newly awakened passion and interest in travel and cultures! American teenager Emily participated in a 2 week German immersion experience with iE shortly after hosting an exchange student from China, and she shares with us below the main takeaways from her experience! In the
- [Welcome "Home" to Bakersfield!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/welcome-home-to-bakersfield/) - iE Student Lukas Grimberg from Austria enjoyed every moment of his 5 month exchange at Bakersfield Christian High School, a place he was surprised to find he quickly felt at home! As an athletic student, Lukas thrived as part of both the tennis and soccer teams. "I think sports will always play an important role for
- [Retired Couple Finds "Youthful Exuberance" Through Exchange](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/retired-couple-finds-youthful-exuberance-through-exchange/) - Host parents Steve and Lynn Franko of Vassar, Michigan share their story of hosting a Spanish student named Javier - a decision that quite literally changed the course of their lives! Deciding to become IE host parents was not something we ever thought of doing at this time in our lives! We had considered hosting an
- [Families Without Borders](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/families-without-borders/) - What does it mean to be a "family without borders"? For our host families, it means more than just being open-minded about other cultures - it means actually LIVING them! These families open up their innermost circle - their FAMILY unit - and embrace a student as one of their own. For many, hosting a student
- [Learn, Share, Grow & CHANGE...](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/learn-share-grow-change/) - This Memorial Day, our country takes a collective breath: a moment of quietude to honor, remember, and celebrate those who lost their lives in battle, leaving behind a mutual legacy of peace and protection. But as we look behind us in remembrance, so too must we look forward in expectation. While we celebrate heroes of war, we
- [Best Job EVER: Interview with a Local Coordinator!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/best-job-ever-interview-with-a-local-coordinator/) - What do we love about the local coordinator role? EVERYTHING! The students, the families, and the travel opportunities! Katie Gittins and Desirre Madrid talk about connection, relationship, and "bringing the world home." "All these kids are awesome, they impress me when I get to know them. It's going to be a lifelong friendship now -
- [When Passion Meets Purpose](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/lc-spotlight-dorothee-cooke/) - Have you ever thought about what goes on behind the scenes in student exchange? There are countless people working together to make the program run, and one of the most pivotal is the role of "Local Coordinator!" Most of our Local Coordinators discovered iE as a way to support their passion for travel, youth, or service
- [Adding Variety](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/adding-variety/) - Sometimes we feel like proud parents, just bursting with pride at the impact our students are making in their communities. Whether playing with their host siblings, building camaraderie in their high school sports teams, or giving back through charitable service, our students never cease to impress us! This particular season we're so proud of our
- [Life AFTER Exchange!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/life-after-exchange/) - Why I Cannot Possibly Forget My Old "New Life" By Julia Thurner, a 2015-2016 iE exchange student from Austria Yep, it’s been 9 months, and nope, I am not "over" leaving my exchange life behind! I have not forgotten it. And I never will. Many things about the exchange itself have already been said by multiple people,
- [Accidental Hosts](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/accidental-hosts/) - Robert and Joan Bowling didn’t plan on hosting international students, but they wouldn’t have it any other way. Excerpt from The Steward School Colonnade When Robert and Joan became "empty nesters," they welcomed this new chapter with open arms! “We had four kids—we’re a Brady Bunch family, married 18 years, so when they were all out
- [Where in the World is THIS?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/where-in-the-world-is-this/) - Where in the world IS this?? It's SPAIN!!! :) The above picture is the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, a museum of modern and contemporary art, designed by Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry, and located in Bilbao, Basque Country. There's so much to love about Spain, it's easy to see how this unique country has climbed to the TOP
- [When ONE YEAR Changes Everything!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/when-one-year-changes-everything/) - Montenegrin legend Nives Bakic has a zest for life, travel, and inspiring others to live their dreams! As an English teacher AND iE's Montenegrin agent, she worked tirelessly supporting those students who dared to dream beyond their own backyard. She now lives in the United States and is just as supportive of student exchange as ever!
- [Trump Confirms Plans to Add HIS Face to Mount Rushmore](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/trump-confirms-plans-to-add-his-face-to-mount-rushmore/) - >>> Gotcha!
- ["Try Not to Get Arrested..."](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/try-not-to-get-arrested/) - They say reality is stranger than fiction, and student exchange is no exception! Want to laugh harder than you ever have in your life? Host an exchange student! We love the funny stories we collect from host families over the years, and today we want to share one of our favorites from host mom Jennifer
- [How Does Exchange HELP Your Local School?](https://ie-usa.org/blog/schools/how-does-exchange-help-your-local-school/) - Many schools across the U.S. have embraced the common goals of “teaching diversity” and “modeling global awareness.” But in practice, these are challenging concepts to effectively impart to today’s fast-paced youth. We reached out to high school teachers and administrators across the country, who shared with us their thoughts about hosting exchange students. Many reported
- [A Brother for Robert](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-brother-for-robert/) - The LaCroix household has always bustled with intergenerational activity! 3 daughters + 1 son + mom and dad + grandma = one full house! Robert, the youngest, always wanted a brother. And when his sisters went away to college, he got one! "Robert always wanted a brother but never had one," shares host mom Sara.
- [WANTED: "Hot Mess" Host Families](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/wanted-hot-mess-host-families/) - Have you ever wondered if YOU would make a great host family? Here's a little guide to help you find out... Do you have a spare bed, even if it's just the top bunk? Can you pull up an extra chair at the dinner table? Do you genuinely like meeting new people? Are you interested
- [Hola, Colombia!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hola-colombia/) - The Lee family may live in a small Midwestern town, but their family extends far beyond the borders of Dexter, MN. After adopting their daughter Karina from Colombia, Eric and Sara had always considered hosting an exchange student. That dream became a reality 6 years ago when they met an IE coordinator who shared Karina’s Colombian
- [5 Fun Facts About Montenegro!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-fun-facts-about-montenegro/) - Imagine: your family has decided to host an exchange student! (Exciting, right?!) As the idea becomes more concrete, you begin daydreaming about the possibilities! You eagerly jump on the student finder and start to scroll through applicants. Your eyes quickly glance over familiar countries: Germany, China, Thailand, Spain, Colombia... ...but what's this one? Montenegro?! Yes! We love our Montenegrin students,
- [Honoring Dr. King](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/honoring-dr-king/) - “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This week as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., let's take a moment to reflect on one of his most enduring principles: serving others. While it's easy to keep ourselves
- [New Beginnings, and The Life Cycle of Student Exchange!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/new-beginnings-and-the-life-cycle-of-student-exchange/) - It's a new year! This is the time for new beginnings! For big plans, fresh starts, and maybe even a do-over or two. It means re-evaluating what was, and making plans for what SHOULD be - and, with a little intention - what WILL be! I LOVE the "life cycle," if you will, of the
- [4 Ways to Add International Enrichment to Your School, Now](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/4-ways-to-add-international-enrichment-to-your-school-now/) - Whether you're a parent, teacher, or administrator, you can play a roll in developing international awareness in your school! (And Exchange Students can help!) [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""] Youth Exchange provides schools with a concrete means to increase diversity, strengthen instruction, and build programs that imbue students with global competence. Students who
- [Exchange: The Gift of a Lifelong Journey!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/exchange-the-gift-of-a-lifelong-journey/) - We hear it time and again: "Hosting has given our family so much!" This Christmas season we're celebrating the lifelong journey enjoyed by BOTH exchange students and host families alike! Enjoy these heart-warming stories as they once again show that we are far more alike than we could ever be different. The Fisher Family Host mom
- [5 (Hilarious) Traditions to Rock the Holidays](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-hilarious-traditions-to-rock-the-holidays/) - The holidays should be "merry and bright," but for many exchange students this time of year can be a real struggle. This year, try getting a little goofy to stay ahead of holiday homesickness! Don't worry, it's normal! The truth is, exchange students tend to follow a predictable cycle of adjustment. Next to the culture shock of
- [Why We Need Student Exchange](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/why-we-need-student-exchange/) - Amidst the cacophony of post-election chatter, one truth remains evident: America has much to gain from student exchange! Whatever else may be said about this historic election, one incredible side effect has been its power to bring people together in meaningful discussion. It's brought us to a point of looking at our neighbors and -
- [Interview with an Air Force Vet](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/interview-with-an-air-force-vet/) - We talked to Roy Rolin, a 52 year old U.S. Air Force veteran. Roy and his wife Emily have hosted 10 exchange students in the last 9 years! “They’ve all been very different in their own way,” says Rolin, “and it’s given us a unique experience every time.” (Pictured below: Roy and Emily goofing around
- [An Open Letter from an (Imperfect) Exchange Student](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/an-open-letter-from-an-imperfect-exchange-student/) - Dear Host Family, Please be patient. I’m from another culture, so I don’t always know how to behave here. I’m still learning English, so I don’t always know what you’re saying. I’m a teenager, so I don’t always make the best choices – even if I really think I’m trying. I’m not perfect, and I
- [Trick or Treat: Halloween Safety for Exchange Students](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/trick-or-treat-halloween-safety-for-exchange-students/) - An exchange student has been invited to have some fun on Halloween: but is it a cultural norm or a dangerous pitfall? Exchange students might find themselves struggling to navigate peer expectations, but you can help! Discuss some common teen activities and talk about which ones are dangerous or off limits. Establish boundaries to help your
- [Top 7 Fall Favorites (And #7 Will Surprise You!)](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/top-7-fall-favorites-and-7-will-surprise-you/) - Autumn in America can be a magical time for an exchange student, bringing ample opportunities to experience American-born traditions! Halloween, corn mazes, football games, pumpkin pie, hayrides, you name it! Whether you're new to the U.S. or simply looking through new eyes, you'll love this collection of time-tested fall customs that are PERFECT for the whole
- [Meet Our New Sister!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/meet-our-new-sister/) - Many families assume the best time to host a student is when they have at least one teenage child in the home. "We'll think about hosting when our kids are older." But, truth be told, many families enjoy the "older sibling" dynamic that comes with hosting a student while their own children are still young!
- [My American Grandma](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/my-american-grandma/) - It's been several years since exchange student Mareike ventured from Germany to the U.S., but the memories she made with her one-of-a-kind host grandmother still tug at her heart every day. Is hosting just boarding a student for a year? Far from it. The family ties that extend from this sweet relationship defy explanation, and yet
- [EMBRACE it! (Advice from Former Host Families)](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/embrace-it-advice-from-former-host-families/) - Hosting an exchange student is a true EXPERIENCE that is second-to-none! With that experience comes a rich, dynamic relationship, not a boring status-quo. So what can a host family do to truly engage and enjoy this adventure to the fullest? We love some of the wisdom shared by our previous host families! Remember that your student
- [Culture SHOCK! (And strategies for coping!)](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/culture-shock-and-strategies-for-coping/) - Culture shock is a real, physical and psychological phenomenon - but what IS it? By understanding its patterns, exchange students and host families are so much better equipped to cope! Cultural adjustment typically follows these patterns: [perfectpullquote align="right" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]“There is a difference between arrival and entrance. Arrival is physical and happens all
- [A Sneak Peak into the German Immersion Program!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-sneak-peak-into-the-german-immersion-program/) - Each summer, IE sends a select group of American teens and host siblings to Germany for three weeks. As a short-term cultural experience (with no language requirement!), the German Immersion Program is a fantastic way to further the goal of cultural connection and understanding! We LOVE what Brandon shared about his experience abroad! [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""] "The
- [5 Ways to Help Your Student ENGAGE!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/5-ways-to-help-your-student-engage/) - They're HERE!!! (Now what?!) Your student has been planning this exchange for months (if not years!) and NOW, at long last, it has finally arrived! And while some students will "take off running" with friends and activities, most will need a little help finding their bearings. Here are some simple, practical ways you can help
- [Be Part of Something BIG](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/be-part-of-something-big/) - In addition to the simple FUN of hosting, student exchange serves a far bigger purpose. These passionate students, who are so eager to experience our heritage and to share their own, can be good medicine for a world torn by terror. In recent weeks, all eyes have turned to Rio and the Olympic games. But as we
- [A place to call HOME](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/a-place-to-call-home/) - What does hosting an exchange student REALLY look like? You might be surprised to find that IE students don't need a lot of possessions, excursions, or special treatment. What DO they need? They need YOU! A warm, supportive "home away from home." A place where they feel safe. A place where they can be goofy. A place where
- [What to Expect When You're Expecting!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting/) - Expecting an exchange student? You might be feeling the normal "pre-arrival jitters" as you anticipate the beginning of this adventure! But no matter how long you've been preparing, your student has been imagining this moment for far longer! After months of preparation, they have finally made the journey away from family and friends and have
- [Host Family Story - The Robbins](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/host-family-story-the-robbins/) - What do you do when you can't decide who to host? You host TWO students! We asked the Robbins family to tell us about their year hosting a boy from Germany and a girl from China, and we just had to share it with you! It is stories like these that fuel our passion! My name
- [Share YOUR America!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/share-your-america/) - How will YOU celebrate our great nation this 4th of July? Did you know that there there are many iE students still awaiting a host home? These young men and women dream of the opportunity to soak up American culture - to shadow YOU and see what life is like in your shoes! This year, why not
- [Repeat Host Families: Once Wasn't Enough!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/repeat-host-families-once-wasnt-enough/) - What makes a family decide to host a student? And...what makes that family decide to host again? We talked to two iE families to find out! (They have hosted 28 students between them! Wow!) We interviewed Glen and Donna Blazer of Tennessee. The Blazers have hosted an impressive total of 21 students from 14 different
- [Global Competency: The New Necessity](https://ie-usa.org/blog/schools/global-competency-the-new-necessity/) - Modern schools face a new challenge: how to prepare students for success in a globally connected workplace. Beyond the mastery of core subject matter, our students will be expected to compete in the global arena. To confront global issues. To collaborate across international boundaries. And what's more, America itself is becoming more “global” each decade.
- [The Way We See](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/the-way-we-see/) - [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]"Life became something to notice again instead of being routine."[/perfectpullquote] Charlotte Powell and her teenage daughters - Kiah (17) and Hailey (16) - opened their home to two exchange students in 2014/15. Lisa from Germany and "First" from Thailand slid right into life with the Powells, but Charlotte shared that true assimilation was never
- [Hosting Maria](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/hosting-maria/) - The gift a host family gives their student is priceless: a new family in a new land. They say, “Come, be part of our family!” They say, “What’s ours is yours!” But...why? Even in the face of such a meaningful gift, the Chugh family told us they were repaid beyond measure through the incredible value of the relationship
- [Retirement: The Perfect Time to Host!](https://ie-usa.org/blog/hosting/retirement-the-perfect-time-to-host/) - Did you know hosting while retired is actually a great idea? We asked Dave Long, a 72 year old Vietnam veteran and Bronze Star recipient, and IE-USA host parent about his experiences. [perfectpullquote align="right" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]My wife and I wanted to travel the world, but we both worked full time, so we

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- [Host a Student](https://ie-usa.org/host-a-student/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Page Header” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_enable_image=”off” background_position=”top_center” background_blend=”difference” min_height=”500px” height=”500px” max_height=”500px” custom_margin=”||-56px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Say %22YES%22 to hosting!” text_orientation=”center” button_one_text=”Get Started” button_one_url=”https://exos2.international-experience.net/index.php?mid=1&smid=2″ button_two_text=”Contact Us” button_two_url=”https://ie-usa.org/host-family-contact-form/” title_tablet=”Say %22YES%22 to hosting!” title_phone=”Say %22YES%22 to hosting!” title_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”Hero Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_font=”|700|||||||” title_font_size=”76px” title_line_height=”-10em” content_font_size=”24px” content_line_height=”1.5em” subhead_font=”||||” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”49deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(124,216,39,0.87) 0%|rgba(21,67,219,0.7) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(124,216,39,0.87)”
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- [Belo](https://ie-usa.org/belo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ custom_margin=”||-75px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Student travel in the USA with Belo [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_text_align=”center” header_4_text_color=”#E02B20″ header_4_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_color_all=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}”] International Experience USA
- [Local Coordinator Referral Page](https://ie-usa.org/local-coordinator-referral-page/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”10px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] iE will pay $200 for each person referred who applies and is hired as an iE Local Coordinator. We greatly appreciate your support and this is just one way we can say “thank you”. Payment will be issued upon
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- [iE Contact Card](https://ie-usa.org/share/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”47%” width_tablet=”91%” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|25px||25px|false|false” border_radii=”on|36px|36px|36px|36px” border_width_all=”1px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] iE Contact Card Refer a person or family you think would be a great host family! You will receive a Thank You from us if they
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- [iE Local Coordinator Application - International Experience](https://ie-usa.org/lc-application/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Please submit this application if you are interested in becoming a Local Coordinator for International Experience. If you have questions, or encounter any issues when completing the application, please contact our HR Department. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column] [/et_pb_row] [/et_pb_section]
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