By: Kate Weiser Today I am always running through the day, juggling my responsibilities, and barely making time to catch my breath. I know there are a lot of people out there in the same situation. I have tried many outlets of my stress-- swimming, running, talking, writing, petting dogs, yoga, and retail therapy (sorry bank account). I seemed to keep getting burnt out … [Read more...] about Is Community Service the Key?
Summer, It has been a year ago today since you took your life-- June 24, 2018. A year ago today I sat in my room crying, confused and asking God why. I remember exactly when we met. We were at our first pre-meeting for our Missouri State spring break service trip and you would NOT shut up. I honestly thought you were one of the leaders of the trip because of your … [Read more...] about An Open Letter to a Friend I Lost to Suicide
By: Sophia Zhao My name is Sophia Zhao and I am from China. I am studying towards my master degree in MSU for one year. I have to say joining 2019 Spring Immersion Trip is the most meaningful thing I have done since I came here so far. I meet so many amazing people in New Orleans, they are trying to protect and improve their homeland in many ways. Ms. Jeanette is trying to … [Read more...] about Serving in New Orleans
By: Abby Connors With one more day left of our Bear Break trip in New Orleans, I am amazed by how much I’ve learned and the different perspectives I’ve gained in just four short days. About four years ago, I spent about a day and a half in New Orleans on my way to another destination. Thinking back, I realize how naive I was, and how much I misunderstood this city when I was … [Read more...] about Days Go By
By: Thad DeGuzman I came to New Orleans knowing nothing about the culture and tradition except for what I see through social media and television. During our stay, we met so many people who are trying to make a difference by helping to rebuild the community, provide services and educate people. These who all victim of a devasting event are all working together to pick up … [Read more...] about Coco