Andrew O'Dea
Andrew O’Dea is a 20-year-old student from St. John’s, Newfoundland. He's currently studying at Memorial University, working towards an honours in Biochemistry (Nutrition). He loves getting to know the world through the different people, places, cultures, languages and things that accompany travel.
Friday, 21 September 2012 16:01
"Yer Spring": Dealing with Reverse Culture Shock
After a summer abroad, Andrew tries to settle back into life at home.
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Monday, 17 September 2012 00:00
Dealing with Volunteer Abroad Challenges
Andrew reflects on the summer he spent volunteering in Guyana.
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Wednesday, 22 August 2012 00:00
The Rewards of Volunteering Overseas
Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.
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Friday, 03 August 2012 00:00
Guyana's Caribbean Identity
Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.
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Tuesday, 17 July 2012 00:00
An International Volunteer's First Week in Guyana
In the land of lush rainforest and friendly smiles, Andrew reflects on what the phrase "third world" really means.
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Saturday, 07 July 2012 00:00
Two weeks to take-off!
Andrew O'Dea's mantra for preparing for his overseas volunteer project? "Optimism!"
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Thursday, 21 June 2012 00:00
"Explore, dream, discover."
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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