House of Garcia-Dwyer

The House of Garcia-Dwyer is a dignified and welcoming noble house nestled Oak Creek, Wisconsin devoted to the art of hospitality and the exchange of cultures. Its charge is simple: to open their doors to foreign exchange students and offer them a home where learning, friendship, and a sense of belonging take root.

Within their home, newcomers to Oak Creek find warm meals, lively conversation, and guidance through the cycles of Midwestern life.

Governed by gentleness and good order, the House of Garcia-Dwyer combines old-world courtesy with practical support - transport to classes and activities, mentorship in language and customs, and a listening ear and support when challenges arise.

The House of Garcia-Dwyer is guided by the virtues of hospitality, wisdom, piety, vision, courage, integrity, perseverance, moderation, and fertility.

The House of Garcia-Dwyer stands as a quite landmark of goodwill where differences are not merely respected but cherished, where every guest leaves as part of the story.

The crest of the House contains a river, a oak leaf, and compass. The compass signifies direction. The river signifies the vast waters between the cultures being united in Oak Creek. The oak leaf represents fruitful growth, both in relationships and knowledge. These symbols help reflect the House’s noble mission of cultivating cultural understanding, international goodwill, and personal growth.

Whether seen as a haven of comfort, a center of knowledge, or simply a loving home filled with kindness, the House of Garcia-Dwyer stands as a living testament to the believe that true nobility lies in the welcoming of others.

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Our Virtues

The House of Garcia-Dwyer holds the virtues taught by Ár nDraíocht Féin.

Wisdom is seeking understanding before casting judgement and teaching by example.

Piety is honoring our heritage, family, and the greater good with gratitude and reverence in the appropriate manner.

Vision is looking beyond what is in hand and to plan for futures the students will carry back home.

Courage is meeting uncertainty, homesickness, and new customs with steady hearts.

Integrity is keeping one’s word, speaking plainly, and acting with fairness.

Perseverance is leaping through language hurdles, exams, and our wild seasons.

Hospitality is offering warmth, food, and a sense of belonging as a daily practice.

Moderation is balancing celebration with study, freedom with responsibility.

Fertility is tending to living things and ideas so that they can multiply.