“As a third year student, I wanted to get more involved with the Center and had always heard amazing things about the ASB program. I applied to be a Team Leader for a trip going down to a small town in Texas, and was thrilled to be given the opportunity to co-lead the trip. I have always loved working with children and was told that Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children is a magical place. PKRC is designed to help kids with disabilities to find confidence and empowerment within themselves. Every child is to be treated equally, and nothing is impossible for anyone. People told me how life-changing their trips to PKRC were, and I heard stories of students who even returned after their ASB trips to continue working at the retreat. During my week, I was fortunate enough to meet and make friends with my awesome Northeastern peers, and I felt an instant connection with PKRC and the people who work there. We did a lot of maintenance work for the camp, and even got to spend a few days playing games and doing the low ropes course with the kids! It was truly an amazing experience, and it was really difficult for me to leave Texas. When I returned to Boston, I decided that I absolutely needed to go back to PKRC. I decided to change my original summer plan, and I applied to become a Summer Staffer for PKRC. I recently learned that I officially received the position and will soon be going back to Texas alongside my ASB Co-TL Nick! I can’t wait to work alongside the fantastic people who keep the camp running and I really look forward to making a meaningful impact!” -Hilary Gabso, 2012 Alternative Spring Break Team Leader