Cotopaxi – Onward and Upward
The following post was written by United Planet volunteer Olivia McMaster, who is currently working in Ecuador. One of the most recognizable peaks on the Panamerican highway, Cotopaxi, has been…
A World of Readers
In December of 2008, United Planet volunteer Gloria Wells went on a two-week Quest to Tibet. When she returned, she knew she wanted to do more for the amazing children…
A Heavenly Bowl of Noodles
The following post was written by United Planet team member, Susie Liu. Spring has finally arrived! You can see signs of a new beginning everywhere. The flowers are blooming, birds…
A Portrait of Kampala
The following post is written by United Planet volunteer Jamie Attard, who is currently in Uganda on a Long-Term Quest. If one was to provide me with a blank canvas…
Teaching English on the Equator
Last December, Karen Berry from Canada traveled to Ecuador as a United Planet volunteer. These are some of the pictures she chose to share with us from her unforgettable experience….
2010 Scholarship Winner: Laurie Lundeen
This year our featured United Planet Scholarship Essay Winner is Laurie Lundeen. Her all-encompassing vision and desire to expand the world for her students captured our hearts and we think…
