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AFS Intercultural Programs, Greater
Princeton Area Chapter
ALTERNATE NAME
American Field Service/AFS-USA, Inc.
PHONE
609-883-1403 - Joan Malchow
FAX
609-895-6665
INTERNET ADDRESS
ADMINISTRATOR
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.
FOUNDED
1950
SUBJECTS
Cultural Organizations
Children and Youth
LAST UPDATED
3/08