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AB Spotlight- Abby

April 19, 2017 by Becca Armstrong

      Abby in New Way Training

For many students who came to Clarkston for spring break, this was  first service learning trip with Something New. Abby, from University of Wisconsin Eau Claire had an amazing trip. Here’s what she had to say:

“I truly believe that the experiences you least expect are the experiences that change your life the most. For me, the Alternative Spring Break Trip to Clarkston was just that; unexpected and life altering. I remember attending an informational meeting about the trip, and not understanding why no one could explain what the trip was like for them. It took me personally being in Clarkson to understand the perplexity of emotions and thoughts that go through your mind when trying to describe what your spring break was like.  Not only was it inspiring and emotional, but uplifting. For the first time in my life, I felt at home. I was surrounded by people I knew who cared for me, and had my best interest in mind. To be in place of complete honesty, vulnerability, and love is not an environment that is common. The volunteers at Something New are the reason why I experienced many of these emotions, and experiences. The Something New volunteers are a special group of dedicated, devoted, and loving crew who were welcoming from day one.

In my efforts for others to experience the dedication of the Something New Organization, I do my best to share my ASB trip experience with those who have little knowledge of the trip itself.  I hope to inspire others to take action, join the Alternative Spring Break trip next year, and to create positive encourage for others out there to continue supporting the wonderful Something New Organization.”

Filed Under: New Alternative Tagged With: Alternative Break, Clarkston, College, Eau Claire, Georgia, Refugees, Service Learning, Spring Break, Students, University of Wisconsin

Traveling to Cheese Country

August 30, 2015 by Becca Armstrong

Wisconsin-1

When Nicholas came to Selma, Alabama, he couldn’t ignore what he saw. It changed his perspective on his own life in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and when he went back to Eau Claire, he knew he had to do something…anything. Selma has that effect on people; it forever changed my life and my normal too. Nicholas wanted others to experience the spirit of Selma like he did. He knew if they could just get a taste, their “normals” would be changed. Nick brought a couple named Brett and Rachel to a RATCo (now known as New Expressions) performing event in Eau Claire in 2014, and their normals also began to change. Together they decided to create the Eau Claire – Selma Exchange Program (ECSE).

[Read more…] about Traveling to Cheese Country

Filed Under: New Alternative, New Expression, New Way Tagged With: Eau Claire, ECSE, New Expression, Road Trip, Something New, Youth Programs

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