It was conceived to foster mutual understanding and friendship between young people in North America and Germany and to promote a greater interest in Germany, its language and culture. So far, over 1.2 million students have participated in the Daimler Benz Award of Excellence contest since its inception in 1991. I had no idea how much this trip would teach me, how it could impact my life, and how many doors to the future it would open to me. Annually, almost 250,000 students in more than 2,000 schools participate.
Students participating in the program view a video and complete a quiz on topics relevant to teens.
I began to see the study tour less as a recreational excursion, but more as an eye opener to other cultures. For me it was a once in a lifetime opportunity, a door that opened up a world of culture and new discoveries, and I was handed the key. All rights reserved. For questions or comments concerning this site, please contact the webmaste r.