PAX - Program of Academic Exchange is a program of PAX Laurasian Exchange and is designated by the U.S. Department of State as a J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program sponsor.

My classmates were amazed with everything I have showed about my country. I wanted my presentations to be more than just a presentation about my country. So, I came up with the idea to teach people something about the class in which I was presenting...through my culture. For example, in my art class I presented about Kyrgyz arts and different types of artistic styles in my native land of Kyrgyzstan.

I enjoyed International Education Week, because it gave me an incredible opportunity to share my culture and to learn more about people. I appreciate everybody who has shared this week with me by being opening to learn. Never stop exploring! Discover something new even when you are sharing.

—Sezim (FLEX, Kyrgyzstan), hosted by the Berdine family (WV)