How a hair salon is helping refugees in Greece
David C., a 2017 Christianson Fellow, spent one year in Greece building social enterprises to help refugees in Athens. He reflects on the challenges of his project and the cross-cultural understanding that transpired.
Learning Spanish in Wyoming and the Future of Language Study
During a recent family trip to Europe, my 7-year-old niece loved showing off her Spanish skills. She’s in an immersion program at her school in Laramie, Wyoming, and half her days are spent speaking Spanish.
How Long Does it Take to Get a J-1 Visa?
InterExchange prides itself on keeping costs low and reviewing applications as quickly as possible.
Six Young Female Leaders to Inspire You
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting six female Christianson Fellows who’ve applied their education and skills to foster cross-cultural understanding and help others.
The Unfounded Anxiety About International Students
The presence of international talent contributes to American economic growth.
Two Things U.S. Universities are Missing When it Comes to Study Abroad
The Institute of International Education kicked off a celebration of its centennial this February with its Summit in NYC.
White House proposed cuts to exchanges budget
This year’s presidential budget request for exchange programs is better than last year, but still a long way from good.
Marketing in Today’s Startup Environment: All the Details from Trainee Vanessa
To feel safe and secure, it is important to have a sponsor you can trust and it is easy and fun to work with.
Five Months in Peru – A Recent Grad Reflects on her service project in Carabayallo
Minnie J., a 2018 Christianson Fellow and recent graduate from Harvard University, reflects on her involvement with a maternal health care project in Carabayallo, Peru after five months on the ground.
Leveraging Your Studies to Land the Perfect Internship
Find a way to show the employer all of the skills you have gained as a student to better position yourself as a qualified candidate.