03.03.2012
Tackling the worldwide issue of hunger is a daunting task, one the Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Public Service is actively working towards. We hope to accomplish our mission to eradicate hunger through our partnerships with Stop Hunger Now, departments throughout the NCSU community and Universities Fighting World Hunger. In the year 2012, the
03.08.2011
I have always enjoyed staying in hostels as I travel around the world. There is a bond among travelers that connects people from different countries, uniting people with different religious views and cultures – all sharing the same sense of adventure and desire to learn about other cultures. This trip is no different. We have
03.07.2011
We made it to Rome! After nine hours of travel and very little sleep, we made it safely and happily to Rome. Saturday was a wonderfully exhilarating day in which we were able to recuperate from jet lag and explore the city. We are in a place where the Coliseum and Trevi Fountain just pop
03.04.2011
The greatly anticipated Italy trip evaluating world hunger issues is fast approaching. With less than 2 days before the excursion, we are all super excited to be a part of such a wonderful trip. Considering all the team meetings, fund raising, and team discussions we have had concerning world hunger and the trip to Italy,
03.18.2010
Wednesday was also our last day at Caritas, and I would have to say it was bitter-sweet. We were only at Caritas for four days but we bonded with volunteers and clients. We met a diverse group of people coming from all different parts of the world, and different backgrounds. In the four days we
03.18.2010
Having concluded our visits to the three hunger agencies (FAO, WFP, & US-UN Mission) our team has gained a much deeper understanding of just how complex the issue of world hunger is. When visiting the World Food Programme on Tuesday, we were exposed to how hunger is being tackled on the frontlines. Most of the
03.15.2010
After a quick breakfast of bruschetta, oranges, and Italian cheeses, we headed to the US Mission to the UN Agencies. The metro was extremely crowded this morning but we made it there safely and on time. We met with several ambassadors from the Department of State and the Department of Agriculture. They briefed us on
03.14.2010
Today was awesome! We got to start doing what we came here to do: work on hunger related issues. It was our first day of volunteering at Caritas, a local food kitchen. Note the word food instead of soup.
03.13.2010
Buona sera a tutti! As co-team leaders, we have been given an incredible opportunity to facilitate the growth and learning of our team.. In reflecting on the end of our first day, we are reminded of just how valuable the experience can be even one year later. Having both participated in the same ASB service
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