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Eray in Los Angeles

Interview with Eray Z.: Living in the USA During COVID-19

We recently reached out to Eray Z., a J-1 Work and Travel participant from Turkey, who participated in Spirit’s program last summer. Due to the pandemic, Eray had to transition... read more →
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BridgeUSA: A New Brand Identity for the Exchange Visitor Program

Presenting BridgeUSA: Connecting Global Leaders, Creating Lasting Impact From global exposure and mastering the English language, to building self-confidence and preparing for university life, the benefits of exchange programs are... read more →
  • General, Interns & Trainees, Spirit Participants, Spirit Staff, Teacher Program, Work & Travel

Important Updates on Covid-19 and J-1 Exchanges

COVID-19 Spirit Cultural Exchange is closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 and the effect the situation is having on our current participants in the USA. Our number one priority is... read more →
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Winter Photo Contest Winners – Week 2

This week's theme was "Your New Friends," and it was such a hard week to pick a winner. There were so many great entries! It was definitely cool to see... read more →
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Winter Photo Contest Winners – Week 1

This week's theme was "Holiday Celebrations," and we receieved some great photos of our participants celebrating Christmas and New Year's Eve in the United States! Below are our top three... read more →
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Monthly Cultural Almanac: January 2020

January 20 - We wouldn’t be the same country today without the work of Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday observed on the... read more →
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Spirit Alumni Event in Guangzhou

The Spirit Alumni Event in Guangzhou was a small but enjoyable event that coincided with our 2019 China Job Fair. Along with Spirit representatives Hope and Erin and CSCEE staff,... read more →
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Wilderness Resort: Cultural Exchange at a Wisconsin Hotel

How is it helpful to visit the country that some of your participants come from? It’s best to be able to immerse yourself in their culture.  You have a better understanding... read more →
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Monthly Cultural Almanac: December 2019

December 22-30 - Did you know there are about 6 million Jewish Americans in the United States? Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday honoring the rededication of the Holy Temple in... read more →
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Noah’s Ark: Cultural Exchange at a Water Park

How is it helpful to visit the country that some of your participants come from?Stephanie: It was helpful to go to the Ancient City and learn about the history and... read more →
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