by iE-USA | Mar 24, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Mar 15, 2017 | Schools
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...
by iE-USA | Mar 2, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Feb 24, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Feb 2, 2017 | Hosting
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...
