It was only a day ago that the 10 buses journeyingfrom Howard University arrived in New Orleans. Theimpact of the resurgent city, however, has not takenlong to affect the minds and hearts of those who havemade a pilgrimage here for service. I, as one of the hundredsof volunteers, feel a dramatic sense of sadness aftermy first day of work. Click here or on Bayou Blog under Links to the left to read the thoughts of student volunteers and journalists in New Orleans for Alternative Spring Break.
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