“And that was only my first two days in Nepal.”
The following is an excerpt taken from a blog entry by United Planet volunteer, Richard Vaughn, who is currently on a Long Term Quest in Nepal. Richard is working on…
Giving Thanks Year-Round
Only a handful of countries celebrate the festival of Thanksgiving. Today in the United States, it’s more recognized as a time for family gatherings and food than for its historical…
“My First Good Decision in a Series of Good Decisions”
Caroline Baggot is a United Planet intern and student at the University of Pittsburgh where she is studying Civil and Environmental Engineering. As a previous United Planet volunteer, she acts as…
“Be Open and Receptive to Everything Around You”
Lily Grebe is eighteen and wrapping up her first semester at University of Minnesota. She enjoys traveling, and has family in Europe and New Zealand, but had yet to embark…
How To: Manage Money Abroad
The “How To” series will discuss important topics related to volunteering abroad and traveling in general. As you read on, the following will give you advice on “how to” do…
“I Know I Can Do Anything Now”
Michaella is 19 years old and a junior at Kettering College, where she is preparing for a future in the medical field. For as long as she can remember, Michaella…
