Language: English

I was inspired by students' hopeful spirits as I worked with them in Costa Rica. I kept hearing "I want ...." and what followed were voices that wanted to help their communities and protect the environment. This is a collage of voices and images.

Andrea takes her internship into the deep jungle of South America and discovers her calling to education as she works with native people there.

Osvaldo, like many students who attend EARTH University, has a connection to nature from the work he grew up doing. He hopes to be part of an economic and environmental solution in his community.

Tatiana had to leave her school because she got pregnant. But that did not stop her from returning (with her son and mother). Her resolve to complete her education, inspired by the gift of her son, is clear in her voice.

After having lost his grandmother, Rodolfo realizes the gift he's been given.

Neeta explores her Tico and Indian heritage as she reflects on her trip to Africa and how it's changed how she sees herself.

Regina traces her appetite for science back to a relationship with her grandfather and the orange tree they planted and care for together.

Leaving home to attend college was a huge family decision for Medy, especially after the effort everyone put in to help him gain acceptance to the school of his dreams.