Celebrate Culture Across the US: Festivals You Can’t Miss
The US is a country full of many cultures and traditions. One of the best ways to learn about American life and meet new people
Summer Photo Contest 2025 – Week 4 Winners
This week’s theme was “Jumping!” and we received some amazing photos of our participants getting some serious hangtime during their BridgeUSA cultural exchange program! Below
Summer Connections and Cultural Exchange in Madison, Wisconsin
This June, Spirit Cultural Exchange staff members Grace Criminger, Christina Loranz and Caroline Abrahams experienced a cultural exchange in Madison when accompanying exchange participants from
5 Summer 2025 Concerts You Shouldn’t Miss in the US
If you are visiting the United States on a BridgeUSA exchange program this summer, you have a great chance to enjoy American culture by going
5 Things to Know About the J-1 Visa for Immigration Attorneys
The J-1 visa, administered by the US Department of State under the BridgeUSA program, is a key pathway for international Interns, Teachers, and other participants
Summer Photo Contest 2025 – Week 3 Winners
This week’s theme was “4th of July Spirit” and we received some amazing photos of our participants showing us how they celebrated the 4th of
Summer Photo Contest 2025 – Week 2 Winners
This week’s theme was “Your New International Friends,” and we received some amazing photos of our participants showing us the new international friends they made
American Scholar Award Trip: Community Based Sustainable Design in Puerto Rico
Our second Spirit Cultural Exchange American Scholar Award Winner shares her experience providing community based sustainable design and contributing to the development of sustainable community
Summer Connections and Cultural Exchange in Ohio
This month, Spirit team member Julie hit the road to visit some of our incredible BridgeUSA Summer Work and Travel participants in the sunny state