By on April 25th, 2016
Special Considerations for Hosting More than One International Student
Hosting an international student in your home is an opportunity of a lifetime that many people aren’t even aware of. The benefits of providing a homestay site to a student are vast, and we’ve covered the topic many times on our website. In addition to learning about a new culture, you’ll get the chance to create a lasting relationship. There are many reasons why a host may wish to host more than one international student at a time. Here are…
By on April 22nd, 2016
How to Support Your International Guest
For many host families, just getting the chance to converse with an international student and provide them with their immediate needs is more than enough. They are happy to experience the quick, four to ten-week average stay, and be a bright spot for the student during their international study experience. And that is a perfectly okay way to be a great host family. But others may want to find ways to be more involved, especially if you are hosting a…
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….