Updated Post-Arrival Orientation Materials are in MyAFS
In-Person and Virtual Presentations are available for your Post -Arrival Orientations.
Author: Martha Friend
Facebook Birthday Fundraisers: Create One Today!
Celebrate your special day while raising funds for AFS-USA; Facebook offers a fun way to FUNdraise!
Advice from Us to You, Listen Now: Episode #4 of The AFS Exchange Podcast
Listen to our latest podcast episode, “Advice from Us to You”, for helpful tips for new study abroad participants.
NH21 National Virtual Arrival Orientations Being Offered
NH21 Hosted Students arriving September 9th or later unable to attend a local Arrival orientation event will be able to attend a National Virtual Orientation this year.
Gail Meaker Matching Gift Campaign
The tremendous outpouring of generosity by Gail Meaker has enabled AFS-USA to establish the Gail Meaker Matching Gift Campaign—and every gift donated to AFS-USA to this challenge will be doubled.
A Video Message from Tara Hofmann
Please watch this important video message from AFS-USA President Tara Hofmann. As mentioned in the video, you can view students still needing host families using our Meet the Students tool.
How to Find Hosted Participant Return Travel Information
An updated article has been posted in MyAFS Help & Learning to support identification of participant return travel information.
Learn More About Hosting A Student From Thailand!
Hosting a student from Thailand is an incredible cultural experience. Check out this video created by a former AFSer from Thailand and please share it with potential host families!
Drumbeat: AFS-USA Merchandise Available
What better way to welcome your students than with a cool AFS tote or flag pin? Check out all of the merchandise we have available at www.afsusa.org/merchandise!
New MyAFS Email Features: Easy Way to Send Student ID Card
Two new features are now active in MyAFS that will make corresponding with volunteers and host families easier, including the ability to email student ID and medical cards.