Every summer, dozens of Judge Memorial students take service trips, many of these trips being international. Students go all over the world, learning a new culture and immersing themselves in a culture to experience a new global perspective. This year was no different with more than 25 Judge students went on service trips. From Bali to Kenya,  Judge students did service in more than 9 countries and 6 continents, spreading the service-based identity of Judge Memorial across the world.

Junior Tahj Cole was one of these students, as he took a service tirp to Kenya this summer. Will Trentman, a member of the Bulldog Press, had a chance to interview Tahj. Throughout the interview, Tahj emphasized that for him, the service trip was much more than just a fun and easy way to get his service hours completed, but rather an impactful experience that he’ll remember forever. He illustrated that the trip changed his perspective not only on the world, but on his own life. Tahj  described how seeing other people struggle with the same things he takes for granted made him realize just how lucky he is, and how with that privilege comes a duty to help the less fortunate.

When asked if he recommends a service trip to his peers, the answer was a simple yes for Tahj.  He was adamant that all people, no matter their culture and background, should take a service trip saying,”I think it is very important that you get these experiences and understand other people’s situations in the world.”