| First, are you just starting your freshman year in the fall? If so, you will change your time half a dozen times what you'll do after graduation. No need to fret now what you may or may not do in four years time.
I work with many post-Peace Corps types, as well as have had professional dealings with PC. I can tell you that, while it's true that the Peace Corps is not like "enlisting in the military," it IS a big committment that often requires hardship as well as psychological and physical stamnia. You should definitely give the idea a lot of thought before you proceed, and that includes taking into consideration you mom's health. Today's Peace Corps tends to prefer older, more mature participants who have very specific skills -- engineering, farming, business, teaching, medical etc -- to share. If you think you have what it takes -- go for it. Peace Corps can be the adventure of your life time. But you need to be sure ahead of time that it's the right adventure for you. |