Impact: Participant Testimonials
Social Entrepreneur Corps prides itself on creating impact through opportunity. That said, we realize that participants in our programs have a wide range of both experiences and expectations in their time with our team. Please, take some time to learn more about our program through the words of past participants below (click on participant's name to read full testimonial).
Select 2010 Social Entrepreneur Corps Alumni
Alexa M., Franklin and Marshall College: "...my life is forever changed because of my time in Ecuador..."
Allison K., University of Michigan: "...an unparalleled experience in development work."
Chante S., University of Connecticut: "This experience has opened my eyes to the world of development work..."
Charlie W., Miami University: "...one of the best choice I have ever made..."
Ching-Ching C., Duke University: "...my experience in Guatemala will forever be a huge part of who I am..."
Madeline B., University of Oklahoma: "...wonderful to finally be in the field experiencing change..."
Max R., Duke University: "...my most interesting, exciting and fulfilling summer yet."
Melanie F., Duke University: "...will forever impact who I am as a global citizen."
Michelle M., Duke University: "...gained a sense of purpose that I hope I'll never lose."
Mike P., University of Connecticut: "...a rewarding experience that will be with me for the rest of my life..."
Oliver T., Franklin and Marshall College: "This opportunity was life changing for me..."
Select Social Enterpreneur Corps Alumni (pre 2010)
Alison T., Miami University: "... meaningful opportunities to engage in innovative models of social entrepreneurship..."
Alice W., Univ. Texas, Austin: "...be inspired by rural entrepreneurs..."
Alli O., Univ. North Carolina, Chapel Hill: "...be an integral part of smart development..."
Andrea C., Duke Univ.: "...the possibilities are endless..."
Andrew H., Kenyon College: "...I never expected that, in just a few short weeks..."
Andy P., Olin College: "...letting the student decide the limits of their learning and experience..."
Arathi R., George Washington Univ.: "...provided me access to an incredible network of..." Audrey D., Swarthmore College: "...development done properly..."
Bryan M., Univ. of Connecticut: "...its difficult to concieve of how you could have a more engrossing..."
Cecilia V., Univ. of Pennsylvania: "...very good job of encouraging you to expand your boundaries..."
Chelsea S., Univ. of Notre Dame: " by putting the needs of the people above all else, real change is taking root..."
Elsie M., Tufts Univ.: "...this kind of empowerment is what gives people real hope..."
Erik H., Univ. of Illinois: "...rare opportunity to be purposefully sumbursed..."
Eva M., Univ. of Connecticut: "...create realistic development models..."
Iueh S., UC Berkley: "... a stimulating summer adventure that I will remember for years to come!”
Michael D., Miami University: "... each and every member of the team truly cared about changing people's lives..."
James M., Columbia Univ.: "...SE Corps is about the local touch..."
Jennifer W., Baldwin-Wallace College: "...provided me with real insight..."
Jessica G., Univ. of Notre Dame: "..only through such raw encounters..."
John H., McGill University: "...international development with enthusiasm and humility..."
Katie S., Univ. of Connecticut: "...the perfect introduction to the development world..."
Kelvin N., Columbia Univ.: "...with the amazing people you will meet..."
Kevin C., Univ. of Notre Dame: "... I was able to develop a better sense of my life goals and the person I hope to be..."
Laura K., Univ. of New Hampshire: "...such an extensive and holistic experience..."
Lauren W., Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill: "...I felt like I was finally doing something, somthing good..."
Lauren S., Boston College: "...one's ability to connect with people is much more important..."
Lusmaia D., Franklin and Marshall College: "...It’s no longer work, but apart of your life..."
Matt C., Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill: "...build relationships and communities of mutual understanding..."
Max C., Univ. of Connecticut: "...I loved every second..."
Michelle M., The College of William and Mary: "Working with Social Entrepreneur Corps was among the most enlightening experiences I have ever had..."
Olavo F., Univ. of Notre Dame: "...take on leadership roles and tremendous responsibility..."
Rachael W., Columbia Univ.: "...SE Corps models epitomize sustainable development..."
Raymond L., Columbia Univ.: "...I was part f the implementation of new..."
Rebecca H., Univ of Connecticut: "...It's commitment, sacrifice, and rewarding in ways that cannot be measured. It's hope."
Ronjgie C., Duke University: "...a reminder that despite all of our differences, one commonality can bring everyone together: humanity.”
Roxanne B., Univ. of Notre Dame: "..Social Entrepreneur Corps can be best summed up by the word 'opportunity'.."
Saifuddin A., Frankilin and Marshall College: "...small steps which then become a giant leap towards giving hope and opportunity to those less fortunate..."
Sara G., Webster University - St.Louis: "... It is the best internship I have had thus far..."
Sarah W., Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill: "...I could not imagine a more productive, rewarding and unforgettable summer..."
Tara M., Barnard College: "...the skills and rare insight that you gain..."
Thomas W., Univ. of Notre Dame: "... a process of constant collaboration to improve projects and transform the world of development..."
Tristan K., Univ. of Connecticut: "...a good balance of field work, class time and free time..."
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