Don't worry, I didn't forget about Spring Break and Prom, an entry about that is coming soon.
In this small entry I'd just like to give y'all access to the speech I held at the AFS National Volunteer Assembly in Atlanta. It was a huge honor to speak on behalf of all the AFS exchange students in the United States and represent them as the "face of the AFS-Students"!
In the speech I was talking about my personal experiences but also how AFS had an impact not only on my but also on so many others' lifes.
I'm curious how y'all like it and if you think that I represented y'all appropriately. Please let me know! :)
With this Video I also try to nominate myself as the CBYX Student of the Month. It is not a huge title but it would still be an honor to achieve this! I already applied for it a couple months ago referring to the over 100h of volunteer-hours (Soccer Manager, Ice-Festival, Habitat For Humanity, and even this speech). I did forget to include my BUBW experience in the first nomination though.
This time I hope that this video might be a way to let the Department of State know about my role as an Ambassador and that I try to fulfill it as best as I can!
If you are working for AFS, a Volunteer or part of a Host Family and agree that I'd be the right person for this "title", you can also let them know! But if not, you don't have to, I still like you! :)
If someone wants to nominate and support me, here are the "official criteria"
"Each month throughout the academic year, the U.S. Department of State’s selects a Student of the Month for each program they fund. One candidate per month is nominated by each placement organizations (for AFS, that would be me). What does the Department of State look for???
- In selecting the Student of the Month, the Department of State considers such factors as the impact your activities have in the community and/or at school,
- How well your represents your home country,
- Whether you have shown a positive and thoughtful spirit within your host family and community, and
- Evidence of personal growth and development on program.
Include where possible specifics such as the number of community service hours you have performed, impact of community service, number of presentations you gave about your home country, awards or recognition you've received, and any other relevant information.
Who can nominate a student for Student of the Month??
- YOU can nominate yourself (or another student, including FLEX and YES friends hosted by AFS)
- AFS Staff
- Volunteers
- Host families
The nomination should describe the qualifications and achievements of the candidate in a narrative of 300 words or fewer and must include a photo of at least 300 dpi in a JPEG file. The winner will receive a certificate and a small prize, and the announcement of Student of the Month will be publicized on State Department websites and social media."
