While on sabbatical from teaching, Arlyn volunteered in Nepal for one week. She is thrilled she had the opportunity and tells more of her story below. Meet Arlyn, a seasoned teaching professional who recently won a week-long quest through United Planet while attending a local neighborhood auction.  Arlyn is no stranger to traveling and [...]

I went to Japan to volunteer and in turn I learned more than I could have dreamed of in such a short quest time period.

My experience entailed shadowing the pharmacists on hospital rounds, a visit to an international pharmacy industry company, and a visit to the University of Costa Rica Pharmacy school.

We’re sad to report that on December 12, 2011, the orphanage suffered a devastating fire, which damaged several buildings. Fortunately no one was hurt during the fire, which blazed until late hours of the night/early morning.

I also loved my volunteer work. I am a nurse and worked in a clinic for my entire stay.