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Applications for Summer 2025 Short Term Exchanges Are Open!

virtual informational webinars

Virtual Informational Webinar:

Additional Q&A sessions:

Additional Exchange Program Information:

Will You Seize the Chance to Embark on a Life-Altering Youth Exchange Adventure?

Application Period closes Nov 15 in only a few more days!

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Upcoming Events

Country Fair

December 7, 2024

District Interviews for Long-Term Program

December 7, 2024

District Interviews for STEP

January 25, 2025

Orientation 1 for Long-Term Program

January 25, 2025

YEO Talk

Every Monday from 8:00pm – 8:30pm on zoom.
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Our mission:
Building world peace one student at a time!

Answer the call! Experience Learn Grow Discover

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Why us?

We have a worldwide network and presence in every country where Rotary International is present!

Safety is our priority

Serving two Rotary districts (5950 and 5960) in south-central Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.

Youth Exchange Programs

Short-Term Exchange Program (STEP) and Long-Term Exchange Program

Competitive Programs

We value and welcome diverse students.
We offer need-based scholarships.

Worldwide Experience

The Rotary network includes 34,000 clubs with 1.2 million members worldwide

Ready to Embrace the Unknown? Hear from a Former Student About Culture Shock

Curious about what lies beyond your comfort zone? Join us for an insightful journey as one of our former students shares their firsthand experience with culture shock.

Meet The Team

Eric Johnsrud

Chair (2023-25)

Elaine Baumann

Chair Elect (2023-25)

Sara Johnston

Executive Assistant

Kelli Tuttle

Country Officer Co-Director

Rita Varner-Otness

Club Support Director

Amy Roers

Club Support Team

Jesse Steed

Club Support Team

Bill Schult

Club Support Team

Jackie Johnston

Host Family Support Team
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We are looking for volunteers to help us further our mission

Have questions?

Are you ready to take the first step? Learn more about our exchange programs, view our FAQ, or contact us and we’ll happily answer any questions you have!

Rotary International

Ready to Rewrite Your Story?

Application Period closes in only a few more days!

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