I’m a one-year-program EMBA student from China. I spent the only spring break I had in an immersion trip other than tourist trip to Miami or California because I wanted to understand more about this country and I wanted to help people wherever I am. I don’t care I wasn’t in many group pictures for sometimes I was the photo taker or sometimes I was busy working. This experience … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2016
As our trip is coming to an end, my mind is calm. To use some of the words people brought up in reflection, I feel very tired but accomplished, anxious but content, and most importantly, full. I believe we all feel very full after this week due to the abundance of knowledge we gained and new experiences we went through as a group. Also, we very much appreciated all of the … [Read more...]
Chicago is the largest city in the Midwest and I was so fortunate to be chosen to be on this trip. Not only did I get to be in a large city, but I also got to do one of my passions, which is to serve (the poverty in this case). I remember when I got my acceptance email from my trip leader that I would be joining the team to go to Chicago and serve in the poverty stricken … [Read more...]
It's the last night of our Dallas Bear Breaks trip. We have been through lots of highs, many lows, lots of crying, and many laughs. Before I start, this is what needs to be said the most: this trip was the best decision I ever made. I had a lot of expectations going in this trip: I was going to get to work with kids, I was going to go on a trip to a place I've never been … [Read more...]
Today marks our last day of service and learning with 6 communities across the country. I cannot adequately express in words how humbled and grateful I am to work with Missouri State student leaders who have dedicated themselves to creating a brighter present and future for others. This week, each student brought his or her unique and valuable perspectives, talents, and … [Read more...]