Different culture changes perspectives

New experiences with different cultures have the potential to change a person’s perspective. Just ask seniors Josh Hilgenberg and Payge Smith, who were among a group of 17 'Berg students who traveled to the Texas-Mexico border June 17-24 for a weeklong service trip in a Mexican immigrant community. Service Learning on the U.S./Mexico Border allowed students to immerse themselves in a different culture. While on the trip, the ‘Berg group volunteered for a summer children’s program through Project ARISE. Whether playing four square, a game of hoops in the hot, humid climate or doing crafts and games together, the innocence of the children and the warmth and kindness of the ARISE hosts impressed them the most. Josh and Payge explain how their personal perspectives changed during the border trip experience.