Real Stories from a VISIONS Summer

“I highly recommend VISIONS to anyone looking to explore, learn, and meet new people. This experience was incredibly rewarding, and the only thing I wish had been different was that I could have stayed longer.”

—Nia S.

“The people on this program were incredible. At first, I was shy because I was alone with so many new people, but I was able to be myself pretty quickly. I wasn’t sure about Circle at first, but it ended up helping me reflect on important questions, like ‘What do I want to take with me from this trip?’”

—Jacob R.

“The program allowed me to experience a different side of Montana through authentic cultural immersion. Witnessing the Sundance ceremony and hearing the stories of local community members were incredibly powerful and unforgettable.”

—Anna W.

“This opportunity was amazing, and I definitely learned many skills with the program, leaders, and community. Would do it again!”

—Jueun K.

“VISIONS had a huge impact on my personal growth. It helped me work through challenges I was facing, and even just a few weeks away from my phone made such a positive difference.”

—Maliyah S.

“The connections I made with the local community, especially the children, were a highlight of this experience. I really appreciated having so many opportunities to fully immerse myself in the culture and community.”

—Zoe M.

“The trip was positively impactful and transformed the way our son looks at work and life. He felt he contributed to something meaningful. The forced disconnect from technology was fantastic. He came home with a greater desire to connect with his family.”

—Anne F.

“Our daughter had an amazing experience! It was the perfect balance of hard work, education, and a lot of fun. It was indeed transformative!”

—Nicole R.

“This was a truly meaningful experience—from the service work to the community connections, from the language exposure to the fun trips and friendships. It could not have been better. You have a truly special program, and we will recommend it to others!”

—Kate A.

“Our daughter returned home a confident, insightful, and informed global citizen. The program opened her eyes to the experiences of communities around the world and encouraged her to reflect on her own privilege and opportunities to learn more. She formed meaningful connections, learned about other communities, faced challenges, and explored new parts of the world. She gained tremendously from this experience, and we are so grateful she had the opportunity.”

—Juliet S.

“Our son fully embraced the program and returned deeply transformed — now demonstrating true leadership and a remarkable sense of humility.”

—Ketevan K.