Experiencing the United Nations: the DePaul University's School for New Learning

UN Chronicle, March-May, 2004 by Patricia A. Szczerba

I have learned so many things from the opportunity to experience the United Nations. I have a profound respect for the Organization and the dream it is built upon. I have had a small taste of global awareness, which has broadened my perspective on many issues. It is an experience I will both treasure and continue to reflect upon for a very long time.

For more information on DePaul University's NGO workshop summaries, photos and selected audio files, visit www.lifelearn.depaul.edu/un/ngo/index.asp.> Patricia A. Szczerba is Manager of the United Nations Videoconference Program, Office of Distance Learning, and Visiting Faculty, School for New Learning, at DePaul University in Chicago. She is senior editor and writer for The New York Times Almanac where she writes on health, population and the United Nations.

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