Over Thanksgiving break, I had the opportunity to go on an immersion trip to Tijuana, Mexico, and had the time of my life. I can honestly say that it was simultaneously the most difficult and rewarding experience I have had thus far in life. We spent four days building houses for families in need and living in solidarity with them. Over the course of the four days, I found myself physically exhausted but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually renewed. Personally, I think immersion trips are some of the most unique and fulfilling opportunities that Santa Clara offers to its students. If you ever have a chance to go on one, I highly recommend it. The Ignatian Center is currently offering a variety of immersion options for spring break, including in Appalachia, Nogales, Mexico, and Tuba City, Arizona. If at all interested, I encourage you to get in touch with the Ignatian Center in Sobrato Hall for more information and application details.
My experiences with volunteering have always left me feeling that I was a benefactor just as much as if not more than those whose lives we're trying to improve. Did you feel the same?
ReplyDeleteMy roommate is currently the man advocate for the WaterBrigades. I am so amazed by how people can go help others like that. I want to go on a trip so bad, do you know any that I can go on that doesn't affect my basketball schedule?
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