Fellowship

“The Rotary Exchange Program changed my life. Even if I spent almost a year far from home I met wonderful people who gave me a new home on the other side of the world”

- Valentina Catarsi, Italy

“The Rotary Exchange year helped me to grow up a lot and I feel really changed and a better person.”

- Camilla Fariscci, Italy

“Participating in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program has given me the confidence and courage to compete in a singing competition when I returned to my country.”

“ The Youth Exchange Program has given me the reason now more than ever to be thankful for what I have after I participated in volunteering my time at a Rotary Club service project in a small town in Mexico where they had barely enough school supplies and books to teach their students.”

“Best year of my life! I didn’t get homesick at all and for me it was pretty easy to find friends and I’m really thankful for that. I didn’t expect this year to be that great. Thanks to all Rotarians and every one I met because this year wouldn’t be that awesome without all of you!

- Niklas Pietzcker, Germany

“The Rotary Youth Exchange Program has been rewarding and fulfilling in enhancing my relationships with adults and understanding the value of listening. In so doing I acquire their wisdom of experience.”

“Rotary Youth Exchange has given me new friendships that I know I will continue and cherish for a long, long time.”

“Studying and living here in the United States has enriched my life and I have a better understanding of American culture.”

Attending a Local High School

Foreign students are enrolled in a local high school and participate in school activities.

Speaking opportunities

Foreign Students are encouraged to do a presentation in English at local Rotary Clubs about their home country and their experiences upon arriving in the United States.

Making New Friends

Aside from schoolmates, foreign exchange students have the opportunity to meet new friends introduced by their host family or classmates. They also have the opportunity to travel within the region when invited by their friends or host family upon approval by the District Chair and their own parents.

Volunteer Opportunities

Students studying here also have the opportunity of joining Rotarians when they do community service.

Youth Activities

Youth activities

Foreign students meet other foreign students past and present expanding their cultural awareness.