A video news crew from the Philippines will visit the campus this weekend to create a documentary on NIU’s Philippine Youth Leadership Program.

This year’s program will begin April 4. NIU will host nearly 20 high school-age students and three adults from the Philippines. During their time here, the students and adults will examine the roles of volunteering in society and will be able to learn about institutions that promote tolerance and religious diversity in America.

The students will participate in classes, lectures, workshops and seminars, spend time volunteering at a local homeless shelter and retirement center and meet with local government and community leaders. They also will take cultural field trips to Chicago and Indiana.