Ashley’s First Summer of Service in Romania
Ashley, a student from Davidson College, went on a volunteer Quest to Romania with United Planet. She wrote this reflection when flying to her next destination: Prague, where she took…
The Long Run Impact: Interpersonal Skills
Spending 6 months to a year volunteering isn’t for everyone. Especially doing it in a different country. It requires a selfless desire to positively impact communities as well as a…
Gap Year in Denmark: Let Go of Perfectionism and Embrace Mistakes
Did you take a gap year and have some inspirational stories you’d like to share with others? For many students, a gap year is their first attempt at a solo…
Carlito’s Self-Reflection on a Gap Year in Finland
Carlito Cascone returned from Finland after participating in the Child and Family Development and Education program. Carlito graduated from Hiram College and was taking a gap year between college and…
Ajay in Chile: Being Independent While Volunteering Abroad
Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer. Travel also gives you priceless memories, enriches your knowledge and your experiences. However, joining volunteer abroad programs can even…
Happy United Planet Day: Sharing A Moment in Time
The Fall Equinox is the time of the year when the middle of the sun is positioned above and below the horizon—shining on every location on Earth for an equal…
