Name: Jasmine Berg
Age: 29
Country: United States of America
What were you doing before Up with People?
Working as an independent consultant and the worship leader for my church.
Favorite food tried in Up with People?
Balot, a fertilized duck egg complete with duckling. It took me the furthest from my comfort zone and I was actually able to eat it and keep it down!
Funny host family experience?
My host family in Colorado Springs had an African-American rabbit doll named Shaniqua and we took her everywhere, taking pictures with her, introducing her to everyone and showering her a good time out on the town! She came to green room before the show and played games and danced and we took a cast photo together!
Career goals?
I’d like to get my masters and doctorate in mathematics and teach at the university level. During summers off I would like to travel to various countries and do mission work.
Everything else:
I’ve wanted to join Up with People since I saw my first show in high school, and I’ve finally realized that dream. I’m grateful for the opportunity to travel the world helping people. I’ve learned so much from my cast mates, host families and the communities I’ve served. This experience exceeds any expectations I had prior to the start of the tour. My goals for life have changed, and I realize I’m not just a citizen of my country – but a citizen of the world. My heart overflows with compassion and an unwillingness to settle for comfort.
“A mind that has been stretched by a new experience can never return to its old dimensions.” – O.W. Holmes
