The FIUTS blog shares stories, reflections, and updates from our global community of students, hosts, alumni, and friends, celebrating connection, learning, and cross-cultural exchange.
“Being part of a community where everyone brought their own stories, perspectives, and knowledge was truly inspiring. It reminded me how powerful learning and cultural exchange can be. My FIUTS experience helped shape my understanding of global perspectives and motivated me to bring those insights back home to empower my own community.”
Read MoreFocusing on what we have in common, building empathy, and connecting across differences shaped how I approach both work and life.
Read MoreWhen two students with the same name land in Seattle at the same time, you know it’s going to be something special!
Read MoreThanks to our generous supporters, FIUTS is making progress towards our $150,000 goal!
Read MoreThis short guide is a great resource for anyone who wants simple, actionable ways to bring more understanding, appreciation, and connection into daily life.
Read MoreWe’re relaunching our language exchange program! Join to practice your desired language with native speakers and make new friends!
Read MoreThis year’s annual FIUTS holiday book list reflects the complicated reality we’re all thinking about, with stories that connect people across cultures, identities, and ideas.
Read MoreThis Thanksgiving, you can share more than just a meal, you can share an experience that connects people across the world.
Read MoreYour Seattle-area company can play a key role in cross-cultural exchange by hosting a Fellow through the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative in spring 2026!
Read MoreYour support makes it possible for students to explore, connect, and grow through FIUTS programs, and to develop skills that last a lifetime.
Read MoreNew students, new neighbors, and new adventures! Read about how we celebrated Welcome to Seattle Week at FIUTS!
Read MoreNada has been with FIUTS for 3 years now and she is ready to embark on a new professional journey. During her last days at FIUTS, we reflect on her experience. Read more about Nada’s time at FIUTS…
Read MoreStudents from Koishikawa High School in Tokyo visited in August for a week of science exploration at the University of Washington and across the Seattle region.
Read MoreAfter 19 years, FIUTS Executive Director Era Schrepfer is stepping down from her role in a few months. Read her reflections on her long tenure and the incredible work of FIUTS during her time here.
Read MoreNiger is rich in cultural diversity, and growing up there taught me to appreciate community ties and the importance of helping others. These early lessons have influenced my path and continue to guide my commitment to education and community development.
Read MoreJoin us in strengthening our community—give today to support FIUTS at 77 and help us meet the rising need.
Read MoreAt FIUTS, we believe that leadership is not only about taking action. It’s also about listening, reflection, and knowing what you stand for.
Read MoreA guest post by longtime FIUTS hosts, Kim and Chavi.
Read MoreAs we send our congratulations to fresh graduates in the region, we look back at a year around FIUTS..
Read MoreThis is a difficult time, and many of us are feeling helpless and overwhelmed. But silence won’t make things better. At FIUTS, we’ll keep speaking up and supporting one another, especially when everything feels uncertain.
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