Stories

October 06, 2011
Amid dark times, a brighter side of US-Pakistan ties

The largest US cultural and educational exchange program of any US embassy in the world is run from Pakistan. Proponents tout its success.

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September 28, 2011
Career Essentials for YES Alumni in Lebanon

YES alumni prepare for the workforce.

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September 28, 2011
Student Ambassador from Mozambique Learns Value of Volunteerism

Lealda from Mozambique and her first weeks in the US

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September 27, 2011
A World of Change for YES Student from Pakistan

Host family, community unite to support an extraordinary student from Pakistan.

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September 27, 2011
YES Abroad Alumni Discuss their Life Changing Experience

Students from 2009-2010 reflect upon the program's impact.

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September 24, 2011
We Are All in the Same Boat!

AFS Canoe Journey 2011

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September 24, 2011
YES Alumni In Liberia Conducts Health Club Leadership Workshop

Alumni established a network of school Health Clubs in 10 high schools within Monrovia.

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September 23, 2011
YES Thailand Alumni Work to Keep Coral Reefs Alive

Thailand State Alumni restore coral reefs, raise environmental awareness among youth.

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September 23, 2011
Exchange Student from Kenya Looking Forward to Learning about American Culture

Jeremiah from Kenya, hosted in Spring Valley, MN, is excited to learn American history and teach Kenyans about America when he returns home.

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September 23, 2011
Rodeo Teaches Filippino YES Student American Values

"That was the first time I saw a rodeo...the first time I really felt the spirit of America!"

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