i just got an invitation for Student Ambassadors People to People?
i just got a letter inviting me to travel to England, France, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Switzerland in the summer of 2010, could somebody tell me more about this? and maybe answer a few of these questions? 1. what kind of things do they ask at the interviews? 2. how much might this cost in the end? 3. i heard that you stay in someone's house, what is that like? do you go by yourself? or with another student? do you stay the night? 4. i'm surprised i got an invitation, i get good grades, but i'm not the smartest person, do you have to have alot of prior knowledge of the countries you will be visiting? or do you learn everything while on the trip? 5. and just any other info would be appreciated! =] thank you
Embassies & Consulates - 2 Answers
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1. They want to know if you can afford the trip. 2. A small fortune... $4,500 to $6,500, depending on the trip. 3. You go in a large group and ususally stay in dormitories. 4, A LOT of people get the invitations becuase FEW can afford it. 5. My niece went to China last summer for 6 weeks. The total cost was almost $7,000.
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I went to Australia just a month ago with People to People. It was the most amazing experience of my life!!! I highly suggest you look more into it, and if you get a chance to do it, it is worth anything you can imagine. I actually didn't get to go to my interview because I was sick that day, but the first thing you do is go to like an orientation with 100 or so other kids at a local college or something like that. Your states People to People Head leader will most likely talk to all the kids in the room about the trip you have been invited to. You will see a DVD all about People to People and about the trip you are going on. It really is a good introduction to what you have been invited too, and you definitley need to attend it. After you attend the meeting, you decide if the trip you were invited to is right for you, and then you sign up online and begin payments. They will soon begin emailing you time and dates for the interview. I missed my interview because I was sick, but my delegate leader ending up calling me and having a interview over the phone. It was just basic questions like Who is your hero? or What are some of your hobbies?. It is not stressful at all, but before you go through the interview process you have to get several recommendation letters together and fill out some papers. You really should get chosen no matter what, unless you have awful recommendations or you have done everything completely wrong. It was way easier than I thought it was going to be, but it was really a vital part to becomming a Student Ambassador. My trip was 20 days long, and we traveled the entire east coast of Australia. From Cairns to Sydney was our route, and that would be similar to traveling from New York City to Atlanta, Georgia. The cost usually ranges from $6,000 to $8,000, but once you go to your very first Intoduction Orientation Meeting, you should learn the exact price. People To People is great about giving you ideas on how to fundraise. They have a website devoted to giving you fundraising ideas, but I can't remember the name, but like I said, they will give you all this information at your first meeting. You do get to stay at someone's house for 2 nights. On my trip, our homestay was cancelled because some things arose, but we stayed on this beautiful island instead, so I was happy! The homestay would have been a lot of fun! You get to live with a family from the country you are in, and see what life is like in a home for them. I was sad to have missed out on this, but I know you will enjoy it if you get to go! You do go by yourself, and if you do get scared or anything like that, you can call your deleagtion leader and sort out the problems! You are in good hands while with People to People!!! You do not have to have a lot of prior knowledge about the country you are visiting. As long as you are a student who attends a middle school or high school you are elligible to attend a wonderful trip like this!! Once you are accepted, you wil begin the "training" process. These are the meetings you attend every month where you meet your fellow delegates( the people who live in your area that have also been accepted into the program), and you will get to know them and your leaders. At home, you have to watch some videos about the country you are visiting, and you have to complete some quizes and all that was SOOO easy!!! During the meetings, you learn a lot more about the country you are going to and what kind of things you will be experiencing. I higly suggest you take this opportunity, because at first, I looked at the invitation and was like "This looks so cool! But it will never happen!" And after going to the introduction orientation, I was really intrested. So I followed the plan on how to join a delegation, attend meetings, and pack up and leave! I had THE TIME OF MY LIFE! It sounds like so much fun in meeting, but when you actually experience it, it is absolutely amazing. I feel more accomplished than ever now that I have traveled with People To People. It has changed my perspective on getting to know people. I used to just like to get to know people so that they could be my friend or I could chat with them on facebook, but now that i have met Australians and experienced their way of life, I realized that meeting new people needs to be about learning about their culture and seeing how their way of life effects the world. I can't wait to travel more and see the rest of the world. I wish I would have had someone tell me like this how great the trip was going to be, because it was soo much more than I expected! It's worth the work and worth the waiting! I felt like it took 100 years for me to be able to get on the plane! And I met soo many new people. You will grow so close to your former delegates, and even to some locals in the country you are in!! I have missed Australia every day since I have been home, and since they wouldn't let me stay :) all I want to do is go back! haha I hope you
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Which country should I go to as an exchange student?
Which country should I go to as an exchange student?
Yes, next year I will study one year abroad as an exchange student in high school. I'm a girl from Norway, I already speak english. So I will go to a country where they speak another language(must be latin alphabet). I really like french and portuguese. And I've been thinking about Brazil and Canada, Quebec (French speaking part of Canada). I have some basic knowledge of french btw. I am gay.. And I wonder how Brazilians and Canadians deal with that.. If they are narrow minded or? I would also like to know how canadians and brazilian people are. Are they kind? or proud? I hate proud people that think they are better than others, and that's why I'm not going to France. I hope people in Canada are more open too others from other countries, and not that cold and self centered. I'm also quite laid-back, I for example wouldn't go to a country with very strict dress code. The weather is no problem for me. As long as it doesn't rain every day (as it does where I live). Also, I'm not interested in english or german speaking countries(i'm not much into spanish either btw). France, Italy, Belgium, The Netherlands and Switzerland is not an option either. I think i've limited my options quite a lot. So my main questions is where to go? If Brazil and Canada is a good option for student exchange. What's the negative and positive sides of these countries. Are there many gay people over there? And if the people are nice and open. Oh, and I almost forgot.. are the schools in Brazil or Canada hard? (And, do you know if it's possible to do martial arts and fencing in Canada/Brazil?) Also, If you have any other country to recommend. Please do! Thanks.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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I would go to Montreal if I were you. They speak French, it is a big city where you won' t have a problem being gay, it is very lively, and the people are cool. The only bad thing is the weather in winter, as it gets really cold. School wise, there are some very good schools there, and it is easier to get good grades than in Europe.
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no canadians won't have a problem with you being gay we allow gay marriage here so prob not especially in quebec people are very.. random there ha ha well i've been there once but anyways and canadians are very laid back people we are proud to be canadian but we won't shove it in your face. i've never been to brazil so dunno about there but i am a canadian so i can tell you stuff about here .. it used to get cold early like november we would get snow but now probably because of global warming the past couple years it only snows in like december this year though i hope will be Better its kinda cold out right now. canadians are generally very friendly happy go lucky people i hope if you chose canada the people treat you right :) oh and yeah you can do martial arts in canada i dunno about fencing though.. and the dress code depends on the school.. as for the schools it depends on what school mine is pretty easy. i live in new brunswick though as for your question [is there many gay people here] yeah i'd say there is i know several gay and bisexual people. and it usually doesn't rain much in canada except in british columbia it's kinda hard to answer your questions asking if the people are narrow minded and are they kind and stuff because everyone is different but i know some really nice people. i dunno if you heard but canadians are said to be laid back friendly people :P well hope i helped bye good luck on your decision make the choice that's right for you.!
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Where should I go to study french as an exchange student?
Where should I go to study french as an exchange student?
I am an American student double majoring in French and English. I want to study abroad for the fall 2011-spring 2012 semesters. I can choose from the following schools: Belgium: University of Liege Canada: University of Western Ontario France: University of Paris I (Pantheon-Sorbonne) Paris III (Sorbonne Nouvelle) Paris IV (Paris-Sorbonne) Paris VII (Paris Diderot) Paris VIII (Vincennes à Saint-Denis) Paris X (Paris Ouest Nanterre La Défense) Paris XII (Val de Marne) Paris XIII (Paris Nord) University of Evry Catholic Institute of Paris University of Marne-la-Vallée University of Versailles St. Quentin-en-Yvelines I've never been to these countries and with so many choices and information it's hard to choose. I like Canada because it is the most similar to the US. I like Belgium because it is less crowded. And I like the choices in France because the Paris area is big and I would be able to get around easier and have more things to do. I want to go somewhere that is suburban, not too expensive, and has passable classes (nothing too scholarly).
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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The best is thisone: Paris IV (Paris-Sorbonne) Read more: http://www.paris-sorbonne.fr/en/
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I am an American student double majoring in French and English. I want to study abroad for the fall 2011-spring 2012 semesters. I can choose from the following schools: Belgium: University of Liege Canada: University of Western Ontario France: University of Paris I (Pantheon-Sorbonne) Paris III (Sorbonne Nouvelle) Paris IV (Paris-Sorbonne) Paris VII (Paris Diderot) Paris VIII (Vincennes à Saint-Denis) Paris X (Paris Ouest Nanterre La Défense) Paris XII (Val de Marne) Paris XIII (Paris Nord) University of Evry Catholic Institute of Paris University of Marne-la-Vallée University of Versailles St. Quentin-en-Yvelines I've never been to these countries and with so many choices and information it's hard to choose. I like Canada because it is the most similar to the US. I like Belgium because it is less crowded. And I like the choices in France because the Paris area is big and I would be able to get around easier and have more things to do. I want to go somewhere that is suburban, not too expensive, and has passable classes (nothing too scholarly).
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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The best is thisone: Paris IV (Paris-Sorbonne) Read more: http://www.paris-sorbonne.fr/en/
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
I love this exchange student and she loves me and ....?
I love this exchange student and she loves me and ....?
So, we both love each other. Yes.. LOVE... I tried not to get emotionally attached to her since she's an exchange student but it just happened.. I already miss her if i don't see her 1 day.. I'm not sure what i'm going to do when she'll be gone i'll miss her so much ... I can't go to her country since i don't know the language (thai) which is almost impossible to learn. She could stay in Belgium to be with me but that would be very unlikely because of her big family & all she misses. I'm 16, keep that in mind for possibilities. We're thinking let's have as much fun while we still can - 5 months left. Should we not think that? What should I do? I want to be together with her for all eternity. It seems so impossible and makes me really really sad though when I'm with her, i'm always sooo happy.. she gives me hope and makes me smile and makes me feel cared & so many other things.....
Singles & Dating - 3 Answers
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Live in the now, not in the future. Spend the remaining months having fun and keeping each others company.
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Since you asked I'm going to tell you what you need to hear and not necessarily what you want to hear. Your too involved for your and her age. The best way to handle this is to put balance in the emotional part of the relationship. Develop other friendships with girls and don't be so exclusive with just one person. If you do this it will help. Your too young for an exclusive relationship and its hard to handle the intensity of your feelings at such a young age. Balance it out with other friendships with girls. Be equally upfront with her and she will understand. You sound pretty intense and you can learn a lot about yourself with this experience. Keep it positive and enjoy the journey.
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Look. She lives somewhere else, and you live there. You cannot change whats happened or what is going to happen. these are your baby steps as you grow into an older you. remember this is just young love, it's not real love and teenagers have a sexual tension in them where they feel they need a girl/boy friend. don't be too quick to fall in and out of love. worry about your school work and graduating not about girls/boys! you'll be fine :)
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So, we both love each other. Yes.. LOVE... I tried not to get emotionally attached to her since she's an exchange student but it just happened.. I already miss her if i don't see her 1 day.. I'm not sure what i'm going to do when she'll be gone i'll miss her so much ... I can't go to her country since i don't know the language (thai) which is almost impossible to learn. She could stay in Belgium to be with me but that would be very unlikely because of her big family & all she misses. I'm 16, keep that in mind for possibilities. We're thinking let's have as much fun while we still can - 5 months left. Should we not think that? What should I do? I want to be together with her for all eternity. It seems so impossible and makes me really really sad though when I'm with her, i'm always sooo happy.. she gives me hope and makes me smile and makes me feel cared & so many other things.....
Singles & Dating - 3 Answers
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Live in the now, not in the future. Spend the remaining months having fun and keeping each others company.
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Since you asked I'm going to tell you what you need to hear and not necessarily what you want to hear. Your too involved for your and her age. The best way to handle this is to put balance in the emotional part of the relationship. Develop other friendships with girls and don't be so exclusive with just one person. If you do this it will help. Your too young for an exclusive relationship and its hard to handle the intensity of your feelings at such a young age. Balance it out with other friendships with girls. Be equally upfront with her and she will understand. You sound pretty intense and you can learn a lot about yourself with this experience. Keep it positive and enjoy the journey.
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Look. She lives somewhere else, and you live there. You cannot change whats happened or what is going to happen. these are your baby steps as you grow into an older you. remember this is just young love, it's not real love and teenagers have a sexual tension in them where they feel they need a girl/boy friend. don't be too quick to fall in and out of love. worry about your school work and graduating not about girls/boys! you'll be fine :)
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