<p>Thank you for all the suggestions! I have actually looked into the peace corps, and will probably consider it after my undergraduate education. Instead of a domestic advocacy lawyer (one of my cousins hoped to do this, but after frustrating experiences with new york insurance groups and bureaucratic offices, she has moved into politics) I am looking into aid groups. The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent is particularly popular these days, and I have looked into the requirements for introductory level posts. What I am hoping is that I can become a representative for underrepresented international groups that are currently overlooked by the foundation. </p>
<p>Northstarmom, Macalester College is fantastic, and one of my friends attends it. She has actually said that there are many opportunities for volunteerism and that the student body is naturally enthusiastic about raising money, etc. This fall, I'll be going to Princeton, so I am trying to look for service organizations there. I hope that if I start participating in community volunteerism, I might gain insight on what steps I can take to improve international conditions (maybe too overwhelming of a goal right now!).</p>
<p>Once again, thanks!</p>