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A group of more than a dozen students from Bryan-College Station has traveled to Toruń, Poland for a week-long cultural immersion. The visit aims to promote global friendships and understanding through the Sister Cities program. Engaging in various cultural activities, the students will deepen their understanding of Polish culture and community life. This partnership highlights the importance of international ties and the continuous effort to enhance communication and cultural exchange opportunities between the two cities.

Bryan-College Station Students Embark on Cultural Exchange in Toruń, Poland

More than a dozen students from Bryan-College Station have arrived in Toruń, Poland this week to participate in a week-long cultural immersion into the Polish community. This initiative aims to foster global friendships and understanding through the Bryan-College Station Sister Cities program.

The students, representing their city as part of this international exchange, are engaging in various activities designed to enhance their understanding of Polish culture, history, and community life. Their visit is particularly significant as Toruń is one of four sister cities to Bryan-College Station, alongside Greifswald in Germany, Salamanca in Mexico, and Bastogne in Belgium.

During their stay, the students will participate in various cultural events celebrating the themes of friendship and global fellowship. This commitment to mutual understanding was solidified in a recent signing ceremony where Bryan and College Station officials formalized their partnership with Toruń.

The Sister City International Agreement was signed at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum by Bryan Mayor Pro Tem James Edge and College Station Mayor Pro Tem Dennis Maloney, along with Toruń Mayor Paweł Gulewski. The agreement underscores the continuous effort to enhance communication and cultural exchange opportunities between the two cities.

The Bryan-College Station Sister Cities Association was established in 1989 with the vision of promoting cultural understanding and fostering international ties. The association has facilitated several visits to Poland, which have revealed numerous cultural similarities and sparked interest in business and academic exchanges.

As part of their mission to strengthen these bonds, the BCS Sister Cities program is actively seeking families from Bryan-College Station with students in grades 9-12 to host Polish exchange students in the spring of 2026. These hosting families will then have the opportunity to send their own students to visit Poland later that same year.

This student exchange program is specifically open to high school students residing in the Bryan-College Station area, providing them with a valuable chance to gain international exposure. Board member Anthony Oehler highlighted the considerable benefits associated with cultural and international exposure for participating students, emphasizing the educational value of experiencing life in another country.

Families interested in hosting Polish exchange students are encouraged to apply through the BCS Sister Cities organization. This initiative not only enriches the local educational environment but also helps build long-lasting relationships between families in different parts of the world.

For those seeking more information about the BCS Sister Cities program and upcoming initiatives, details can be found on their official Facebook and Instagram pages.

As Bryan-College Station continues to broaden its global presence through cultural exchanges, the initiatives foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for diversity among its students and the wider community.

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