Botswana!
Posted by Nathan on May 7th, 2008
I am preparing for my third year as a Molecular Biology & Genetics student at the University of Guelph. University education entails more than textbook and classroom learning. I am involved with the University Senate as Student Senate Caucus Co-Chair, with athletics as the Assistant Sports Coordinator for the Intramural Program, with Residence Life as a Community Assistant, with Academic College Government as the President of the College of Biological Sciences Student Council and with our Peer Helper Program as a Supported Learning Group Leader.
I believe strongly in giving back to your community – both locally and abroad. This summer I want to pursue my interest in understanding the different culture, political climate and social challenges faced by the people of Botswana. There are countless challenges that are being faced by people across the world, but I want to spend this summer learning and contributing my knowledge, skills and passion with those of Botswana. I love the concept of foreign aid, volunteering and international development and want to learn more about how I can contribute in the future (both back home and abroad) as well try to make some difference while I am there.
