"I believe the program is for people who want to have an impact in the world, who want to cause change, in all ways they can, from doing community service to being leaders."

"I can’t even put it all into words – the past [few] weeks have been the most fulfilling experience of my entire life."

"I did not think that one three-week experience could give new perspective to my entire thinking and view of myself. Before my GLA experience I thought of myself solely as an American but now I think of myself as a Citizen of the World."

"A great number of friendships have formed amongst totally different people—this is fantastic! Overall I have loved the whole experience… The whole trip has put things in perspective."

"I had an experience that surpassed my every expectation and has left me only yearning for more of an African experience … I appreciate this experience more than I can say and will remember what I’ve learned always"

"The community service took my heart. Working with the kids was the best experience of my life. I loved knowing I made the kids day, just by spending a little bit of my time with them, brought smiles to their faces…the kids were my inspiration to be a better person in life, and appreciating my life and education at a higher level. I loved this whole experience"

"Thank you for changing my life in ways you can’t even imagine. I know some day you will see me out there doing something great for my country"

"The past three weeks have been the best experience I’ve ever had in my entire life. I’ve learned so many things I did not know about myself and [GLA] has helped me develop in a very positive and enriching way."

"I learned so much from this experience … [GLA] taught me to be more open to trying new things, meeting new people, and going outside of my comfort zone more."