All Wells College program participants are housed with Senegalese families, generally near the university or downtown. The student usually has her/his own room, furnished with at least a bed, a study desk, and a closet. Families are chosen not only for their ability to provide the basic necessities, but above all for their interest in sharing their lives with their guests. Our students have greatly enjoyed the warm welcome they have received, as well as their total and unexpected integration into these families. Many lasting friendships have resulted. Meals are taken with the family at least twice a day (morning and evening). Transportation and lunch money are provided each month for those living too far from the university to return home at noon. The food is varied and wholesome; vegetarian students adapt particularly well to the steady fare of rice, couscous, millet, and fresh vegetables. Others will enjoy the chicken, lamb, and fish that are staples of the Senegalese diet.