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By on April 20th, 2016
Hidden Gems to Share with an International Student in East Los Angeles
Say the words “Los Angeles”, and you instantly paint a picture in anyone’s mind of Hollywood glitz and nightclub glamour. As an international student’s host during their time studying here, you might find yourself dispelling that notion more than once. As you know, there is far more to Los Angeles than celebrities and traffic. USH encourages you to plan family outings that include your international guest, to introduce them to the culture and events that they won’t see at school….
By on April 13th, 2016
Celebrating Your International Student’s Birthday
While providing a safe place to live and plenty of interaction for learning English are two of the primary duties of a host family, one of the best ways to approach your homestay experience is to consider your new guest part of the family. Allowing them to join your traditions and bond with you personally makes their stay in America even more special. And you’ll find that what you get out of it reflects what you’ve put in. A very…
By on April 11th, 2016
Best Sights to Share with an International Student in Irvine
An international student attending any of the excellent universities in and around Irvine, California, is in luck. You know that the Orange County area is full of great places to visit and sights to see. Everything from outdoor sculpture gardens to modern night clubs are in the area. What kinds of sights should you, as host, keep on the Must See list? Here are a few to consider: Performing Arts There are many fantastic performing arts locations around Irvine. One…