Lilly Ewert of Lopez Island, currently a Lopez High School student, has been accepted by Youth for Understanding USA (YFU) as an international high school exchange student. Lilly Ewert will travel abroad to live with a host family and participate in a cultural immersion experience on the 2009 YFU Semester to Germany.

Lilly Ewert will become one of the more than 225,000 young people, from around the world, who have participated in an exchange program with Youth for Understanding. YFU USA works with international partners in more than 60 countries and offers summer, semester and year-long educational programs to destinations in Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia, and Latin America.

Youth for Understanding is a worldwide movement of committed individuals and organizations working together to prepare young people for their responsibilities and challenges in a changing, interdependent world. YFU program make a lasting, life-changing impact on young people. YFU students return as young adults – more independent, competent and confident – with a deeper understanding of their family and country. They also discover that the YFU experience opens doors for many years to come, enhancing educational and professional opportunities. YFU exemplifies excellence through leadership in the field of exchange. Our national organizations share a common mission and vision for the future.

If you are interested in hosting a student coming to the U.S., please call 1-866-4YFU-USA or visit www.yfu-usa.org.