Elizabethtown is known to educate for service, which means using gained knowledge for the betterment of society. I will have the tools and opportunities to create a better community through educational courses and this is one major characteristic I considered when looking for colleges. Etown stood out to me in particular because we share the same values. I have gone on five mission trips, two of which were to Guatemala. On these trips, I learned a lot about myself and other cultures, but most importantly, I learned how gratifying it is to help others. At Etown I would be able to participate in various service projects and clubs like Into the Streets. Additionally, I would be encouraged inside the classroom to build a healthier community around
