Have you ever heard of WWOOFing? WWOOF stands for World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms. If your looking for an affordable way to travel the world and do things you never thought you’d do… like dig a grave for a sheep… and you don’t mind getting a little dirty, WWOOFing might be a great option for you. I would like to share an experience I had with WWOOFing. Read more →
In 1961, President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps to promote world peace and friendship, forever changing the way we as Americans see the world, and how the world sees us. Over 200,000 volunteers over the past 50 years have collectively worked to continue President Kennedy’s legacy of peace in over 140 countries. Read more →
While studying abroad is a wonderful way to experience another culture, it often provides students with a somewhat limited scope of the country they are in. Many study abroad programs place students in dorms and classes solely comprised of other American students. Others put students in home stays and in classes with native students but interaction can still be limited. For students who want more, volunteering while studying abroad is a great option. Classroom time requires that you learn about new places out of textbooks – volunteering provides a first hand way to gain a better understanding of your new city’s culture. Read more →
While studying abroad is an incredible way to see the world, it is just one way to do so. After studying in another country, many students find themselves itching to go abroad again. Some choose to study abroad for another semester, while others choose a new path. Volunteering abroad is a great way experience the world, gain insight and also make a significant change in a community. There are volunteering opportunities to fit any interest you may have. You can do anything — work with children, save wildlife or help improve health care environments in impoverished countries. Read more →
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