Meet Alexandrina- Student of the Month for December 2025!
This month, we’re thrilled to recognize Alexandrina from Moldova, who is spending her exchange year in Oregon, as our Student of the Month! From the moment Alexandrina arrived in her host community in Oregon, she has embraced the true spirit of exchange—sharing her culture with generosity, curiosity, and an open heart, while eagerly learning what it means to live as a student in the United States.
Alexandrina’s LC says, “She is constantly sharing her experiences! She loves to make personal connections with her cheer community, her school through cultural presentations, with me as LC, with the leadership group, and more!”
Since arriving in the U.S., Alexandrina has fully embraced American traditions—especially Halloween and Thanksgiving. From pumpkin carving and farm visits to candy collecting and festive gatherings, she has loved the energy and sense of celebration. She’s also discovered the abundance of food (and sweets!) in American culture and enjoys sampling snacks she knows she won’t easily find back home. Alexandrina also embraced her host community as soon as she arrived. She joined her school’s cheer team and jumped right into school life here in the United States!
While shopping for Christmas gifts for her host family, Alexandrina shared how her family at home celebrates holidays according to Eastern Orthodox traditions in January. Her love for both her home culture and her host family feels natural and life-giving—something she attributes to open dialogue, constant support, and a truly welcoming host family.
Alexandrina has been sharing her culture since day one. She speaks often about her appreciation for life in the U.S. and her excitement about learning American traditions, while also proudly explaining her own. This fall, she experienced her very first Thanksgiving—an event she describes as a beautiful celebration of family, reflection, and food. Pictured here, she cooked and shared a traditional Moldovan dish with her host family!
Through cheer and leadership activities, Alexandrina has jumped right into making a difference in her community. She’s learned that real change doesn’t just happen—it takes inspiration, teamwork, and action. From volunteering and planning events to giving her time and energy, Alexandrina has seen how students can create meaningful impact right where they live. These hands-on experiences have shown her that even small efforts can lead to big, positive change.
As Alexandrina’s exchange journey continues, we are so grateful for the joy, openness, and heart she brings to her host family, school, and community in Oregon. Watching her grow in confidence, leadership, and independence has been truly inspiring. From sharing her culture with pride to jumping into new traditions with enthusiasm, Alexandrina embodies what exchange is all about. We are incredibly proud of the way she shows up every day—with compassion, curiosity, and a genuine desire to connect. Her story is a beautiful reminder that cultural exchange doesn’t just change students—it strengthens communities and creates lifelong global citizens. We can’t wait to see all that Alexandrina continues to accomplish!