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In Conversation with Deidre Pujols, ’94 Alumna


In Conversation with Deidre Pujols, ’94 Alumna    Deidre Pujols began her journey of service in 1994 when she participated in AMIGOS in Michoacán, México—an…

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Lifelong Service in Guatemala – AMIGOS Alumni and Medical Missions

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Lifelong Service in Guatemala AMIGOS Alumni and Medical Missions   Like many other AMIGOS volunteers, Dr. Phil Johnson (’68 – ’76) began his journey in…

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Introducing our 2023 Bill Arnold Fellow – Wesley Nesbitt


Wesley Nesbitt: 2023 Bill Arnold Fellow The Bill Arnold Leadership Award was created to remember a cherished member of our AMIGOS community. Bill Arnold passed…

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Facts About the Andes Mountains


FACTS ABOUT THE ANDES MOUNTAINS   The Andes Mountains are a vast and beautiful mountain range that runs along the entire western coast of South…

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Community Service Hours for High School


How Many Community Service Hours do High School Students Need? The number of community service hours required for high school can vary depending on the…

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Taking a Gap Year After High School


Taking a Gap Year After High School As high school seniors approach graduation, many face a tough decision about what to do next. While some…

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Chimborazo, Ecuador


Chimborazo, Ecuador  Chimborazo, Ecuador is a province located in the Andean region of Ecuador. The province is named after the Chimborazo volcano, which is the…

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Language in Panama


Language in Panama Panama is a country located in Central America, with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse population. The official language in Panama…

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Panamanian Food


Food in Panama Panama is a beautiful country with a diverse and vibrant culture. If you’re lucky enough to visit Panama on an AMIGOS program,…

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