The NCSU student volunteers blended service with adventure, wandering through Cusco’s historic cobblestone streets, marveling at the iconic Machu Picchu, serving meals to some four-legged locals while savoring traditional dishes themselves, all as part of an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
"I spent Spring Break in Cusco, Peru, with the North Carolina State University Alternative Spring Break program. It was a week filled with service to two schools to build a sidewalk for one and mud the walls of a greenhouse for the other. We also got some time to sightsee in different towns around Cusco and at Machu Picchu! This was a trip of reflection on myself, an exploration of a different culture, and a growth opportunity for me to practice my Spanish with the community we got to serve." - Jocelyn Mills
Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to lead an Alternative Service Break (ASB) trip to Cusco, Peru, where our team partnered with Globe Aware to support local communities and learn more about the Peruvian culture. One of the most meaningful parts of this experience was leading reflections that helped students connect with the deeper goals of ASB at NC State, which include engaging in thoughtful service, embracing cultural humility, and fostering a lifelong commitment to active citizenship. Seeing our team grow through these discussions was incredibly inspiring. - Naomi B.
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March 2025