In my community service project, Soobin, Tayeba, Jason and I participated in an elementary school afterschool photography program. There were about seven elementary students. They would have a tour to the Rubin Museum of Art. Our mission was to take care of them while they visited the museum. We helped to make sure the kids were safe during the tour.
I was really excited when I heard I would have to do a community service project. I thought it would enrich my college experience and life. And I would have a chance to meet more people and make more friends.
I am more than welcome to give my time to the community. I felt happy and proud that I can contribute to our community. It’s really fun. It also makes me feel more confident and socialized.
I learned it’s not easy to take care of kids. It is not easy to take the responsibility. The kids were very active. They liked to walk around. I had to keep my eyes on them every second. I knew I would have trouble if something happened to those kids.
The most trying experience that occurred in this community service event was when we tried to go to this program the second time. We realized the school was closed because it was Veterans Day. And we didn’t know that until we arrived the school. We were all very disappointed. I learned we should always checked things in advance.
In the Rubin museum of art, their major focus is the Himalayan art. We saw a lot of artworks that are related to Hinduism and Buddhism. So I learn many things about these religions. It also shows the religion play an important role in today’s society.
In this community service event, I had to take care of the kids. So I have the responsibility to make sure the kids are safe. We are like the leaders of these kids. I can feel the burden to take the responsibility.
After the community service, I really enjoy it. I think it is a really good experience to help others. We can learn many things from it.
I learned I should be more socialized in the community. And I want to do more community service in the future.
I was really satisfied with my experience overall. I enjoy the whole events. I learned many things about the Himalayan art and I learn how to take the responsibility. The kids are really funny when answering the questions.
I think I am still not active in the community in my college year. I didn’t join any clubs, and take part in many community events. The main reason is there is too much work to do in the college. But I believe when I began to feel more comfortable in the college, I will be more involved.
To Sum up my service-learning experience, I will say community service not only help the community and others, it also benefit yourself.