J-1 Cultural Exchange Experience in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
This winter, Spirit Cultural Exchange staff member Katherine traveled to meet with Spirit participants and Hosts to learn more about the BridgeUSA J-1 cultural exchange
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Summer Work and Travel in Door County Wisconsin
Last August, Spirit Cultural Exchange representative Kelli had the opportunity to travel to experience Summer Work and Travel in Door County Wisconsin by visiting long-time
Intern and Teacher Winter Meet-Up in Chicago
To celebrate the holiday season, Spirit Cultural Exchange brought together local J-1 Teachers, Interns, and their families for a festive Intern and Teacher winter meet-up
Spirit Cultural Exchange Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity
On Thursday, September 25, Spirit Cultural Exchange staff traded in laptops for hard hats during a volunteer day with Habitat for Humanity in Chicago’s Austin
Spirit Cultural Exchange Staff Recognized for Leadership in Cultural Exchange
Spirit Cultural Exchange is proud to recognize Suzanne Kolasa who has received an important honor for leadership in the international cultural exchange industry, the 2025 McCarry
Advocating for Strong International Exchange Programs
This week, Spirit Cultural Exchange is in Washington, D.C., actively advocating for the future of international exchange programs. We are meeting with legislators, sharing success
Report Highlights How BridgeUSA J-1 Visa Exchange Programs Benefit the United States
The Alliance for International Exchange‘s report, BridgeUSA Programs: An Investment in America released in 2025, underscores how BridgeUSA J-1 visa programs benefit the United States.
Spirit Cultural Exchange Announces 2025 American Scholar Award Winner
Spirit Cultural Exchange is proud to announce Leilany Fuentes-Garcia as the recipient of the 2025 Spirit Cultural Exchange Scholar Award. Leilany, a junior at the
Spirit Cultural Exchange’s American Scholar Award Winner Returns to the US After a Fulfilling Volunteer Experience!
Our first Spirit Cultural Exchange American Scholar Award Winner shares her experience providing occupational therapy services and contributing to the development of occupational therapy programs