by iE-USA | Nov 14, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Nov 12, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Oct 30, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Oct 27, 2017 | Hosting
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...
by iE-USA | Oct 18, 2017 | Hosting
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 a foreign...
by iE-USA | Oct 11, 2017 | Hosting
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?...
