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AFS Intercultural Programs, Greater Princeton Area Chapter (CRF ID #238)
ALTERNATE NAME
American Field Service
AFS-USA, Inc.
PHONE
609-883-1403 - Joan Malchow
FAX
609-895-6665
EMAIL
joan@brra.com
ADMINISTRATOR
Joan Malchow, President
David Kimball, Treasurer
CONTACT PERSON
Joan Malchow, President
DESCRIPTION
The local chapter of an international organization which promotes international understanding, primarily through the exchange of secondary school students ages 16-18. It coordinates all travel and hosting, and assures the efficacy of the entire experience. The Greater Princeton chapter serves seven high schools in the area, and offers summer or year-long study and homestay programs in 60 countries abroad.
PROGRAMS
Four to six general meetings are held throughout the year. Presentations are given each fall to recruit host families and identify students who are interested in traveling abroad. The chapter is involved with the selection/ qualification process, fundraising, counseling and coordination.
MEETING PLACE
Officers' homes
MEETING TIME
Varies. Call to inquire, and/or to be placed on mailing list.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Joan S. Nielsen Scholarship awarded to a qualified Princeton area high school student for a year's study abroad in one of about 40 countries
Several scholarships given each year to qualified applicants; amounts vary depending on need
FOUNDED
1950
SUBJECT
CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
DATE MODIFIED
08-15-06