Andrew O'Dea

Andrew O'Dea

Andrew O’Dea is a 20-year-old from St. John’s, Newfoundland. He's currently studying at Memorial University, working towards an honours in Biochemistry. He loves getting to know the world through travel, which is why he’s volunteering in Guyana with Youth Challenge International.

After a summer abroad, Andrew tries to settle back into life at home.
Andrew reflects on the summer he spent volunteering in Guyana.
Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.
Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.
In the land of lush rainforest and friendly smiles, Andrew reflects on what the phrase "third world" really means.
Andrew O'Dea's mantra for preparing for his overseas volunteer project? "Optimism!"
As Youth Challenge International blogger Andrew O'Dea prepares to depart for Guyana, he reflects on Mark Twain's famous words. 

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