From the title of her controversial new book, Hoping to Help: The Promise and Pitfalls of Global Health Volunteering, you can tell that Lehigh University sociology professor Judith Lasker is something ...

Volunteering abroad can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. You are taking the time to share your knowledge and skills while making a difference that really counts, however small or ...

Kathy Boisvert, who teaches preschoolers with special needs near her Massachusetts home, had never been overseas before she signed up with World Teach, a nonprofit organization that matches volunteer ...

University of Iowa Assistant Provost of International Programs Doug Lee recently received the Institute for the International Education of Students Abroad Volunteer of the Year Award for his work ...

Have you ever dreamed of making a real difference during your holiday? Volunteer tourism, or “voluntourism,” combines travel with giving back to communities around the world. It’s a growing trend that ...

Have you been wanting to travel more? Is lack of funds and purpose keeping you from packing your bags? Maybe you're struggling with student loans or you're having trouble paying off your credit card ...

Volunteering in foreign lands offers a transformative experience for personal growth. It helps individuals break their comfort zone and learn new skills. They come to understand different cultures.

BOSTON >> The holiday season is a time for giving and gratitude. No matter what your religious beliefs or background may be, this time of year is about reflection, growth, and giving back. For many, ...

2007-07-01 04:00:00 PDT Bahía Tortugas, Mexico-- "This is going to prick a little," I said in gringo-accented Spanish. Vincent Murillo yelped in mock pain as I pushed the trigger on the pen-shaped ...

While almost 300 students per year participate in either a semester or yearlong program abroad, others seek an international research, study or internship experience during the summer or interterm.

Generation Study Abroad ®, is a five-year initiative of the Institute of International Education (IIE) to mobilize resources and commitments with the goal of doubling the number of U.S. students ...