Greek Summer is a one-of-a-kind program and the experience of a lifetime. It is a time for personal and spiritual growth that can lead your life in new directions. And it can be a great experience to include in college essays. Just look at this college application essay by a recent Greek Summer Alum!

The best way to learn about the program is from those who lived it!

Greek Summer in the words of past participants:

	"It wasn’t just a place where we all worked together, it was a chance to grow closer to one another. It was a test of our abilities." Philip, Moraga, CA
	"I felt so close to my family and was so thrilled by their warmth and compassion for a kid they could hardly talk to." William, New York, NY
	"I had been to Greece four times before but I had never really seen it. I was so glad to see it now, when I could appreciate it more." George, Verona, NJ
	"Over the period of ten days I had become one of the family, and I would be missed. Inside I knew I would really miss them too, their daughter, their starched socks, the coffee at dusk, all of it." Drury, Los Angeles, CA
	"My favorite aspect was the feeling of adventure that was always with me. Each day was a completely different experience." Bonnie, Portland, OR
	"I was so impressed with everything and I could never look at Greece the same way. It was all that I expected and one hundred percent more." Sea-Anna, Park Hills, KY
	"All the time the village and GS-ers spent together was a lot of fun. It was very sad to say goodbye but I think that if you saw all the villagers crying it was a good indication of how well we all got on and how important we became to each other." Lia, Pacific Grove, CA
	"I do not fully know how GS will effect me. I know that I had an amazing summer, made lifelong friends, and had the time of my life, but beyond that I’m still waiting to see the long-term effects." Eliza, Rochester, MN
	"I loved Greek Summer – it was one hundred times better than I expected, all my experiences and the people I have met were indescribably amazing." Emily, Santa Fe, NM

	"Greek Summer provided an experience for Katharine that she will never forget. We cannot think of a single aspect that could be called 'weak'. It is one of the most memorable experiences Katharine has ever had." Parents of Katharine, Greenwich, CT
	"Frankly we can’t think of anything you could do to make it a better experience – the counselors were outstanding and the group was diverse and interacted beautifully. Without a doubt, it was the best experience for Hunter." Parents of Hunter, Indianapolis, IN
	"Greek Summer was the best experience that Melanie has ever had. The other children and counselors seemed to form a strong extended family that functioned very well together. Additionally her Greek family treated her like a princess." Parents of Melanie, Washington, D.C.
	"Putnam loved the counselors. Sounds like they are good role models. Great cultural components. I appreciate the village work experience and family living. There are plenty of travel-only trips out there." Parents of Putnam, Charlotte, VT
	"Alex matured and grew much more independent and self-assured while on Greek Summer . She was exposed to people from all over the US, as well as the incredibly valuable time spent in another country with a caring family." Parents of Alexandra, Houston, TX
	"This experience was life altering for Kate in the most positive sense. She came back to us with maturity and responsibility. Keep up this important work." Parents of Kate, Greenwich, CT
	"There’s nothing I would add or change about this program. We were thoroughly impressed with the professional yet personalized attention we were given. I really think you covered all bases and more! Kudos and compliments to you all." Parents of Nick, Napa, CA