I even established contact with her parents. It has been a wonderful experience and I look forward to continuing my relationships with her this year. There are students from India, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Kenya, just to name of few. We also have students from countries with which you may be less familiar such as Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and the Gambia. Some come on exchange programs and may stay only one semester or one year.
Students live either on campus or in apartments in town.
The host family program was an excellent way for me to meet new friends and have a first taste of Milledgeville. It is a nice feeling to know that my host family is always there willing to help me with any problem I may have. The families that have been involved have continually expressed how much they have enjoyed and learned from their students. Children of host families have especially benefited from this cross-cultural experience. This program also gives international students a chance to learn about US culture and feel more a part of the community here.