Portland State Magazine Winter 2010

A working vacation in Guatemala VACATIONING with a purpose-or voluntourism-is on the rise. Dave Osgood '63 and his wife, Judy, were introduced to the idea of a service vacation on a trip to Central America with Habitat for Humanity back in 2005. The Osgoods were part of a team chat worked side-by-side with local residents to help build a house in Guatemala. This transformational experience had the couple sharing stories and photographs with their friends and ultimately recruiting chem for a return trip with Habitat. By 2007 the Osgoods had become volunteer leaders, having made eight trips to Guatemala and Costa Rica. Their enthusiasm continues to grow. The Osgoods relish the cultural immersion coupled with the tangible sense char they are making a difference in the countries they visit. In November 2010, the Osgoods will hose a special trip to Guatemala for PSU alumni. If you would like to be part of this unique and fulfilling experience visit the PSU Alumni Association at www.pdx.edu/alumni. 20 PORTLAND STATE MAGAZINE WINTER 2010 JUDY AND DAVE OSGOOD help build a home with Habitat for Humanity in Guatemala. Pros at voluntourism, they will lead a trip for PSU alumni in November 2010. Judy (middle photo) works with local residents setting blocks for the home. Dave '63 (bottom photo) makes spacers for rebar used to earthquake-proof the house.