Volunteer Services & Service Learning

Costa Rica  |  New Orleans Don’t miss out on these great opportunities! Getting involved with any one of our Alternative Break programs will expand your horizon and allow you to explore a new culture. Students who participate in these unique “Community Service Projects” will gain social responsibility, leadership, and life-long learning as well as the opportunity to perform valuable services to that particular region. There is only limited space available on each program. If you would like to register please visit the Center for Student Involvement Office in the University Center, Room 110 Alternative Spring Break engages students in social awareness and action by offering community service projects. This program was inaugurated during the 2008 spring break through student service involvement in Costa Rica. Watch a video slideshow of photos from the 2012 Alternative Spring Break program.

Download packet for detailed information (PDF 475KB)

No longer accepting applications

January 7 - 13, 2013

The New Orleans Community Service Program gives students the opportunity to provide meaningful service in the United States. Students who participate in this program will help in the relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Isaac as well as the ongoing efforts to clean up after the Gulf Coast Oil Spill. In addition, students will be able to tour New Orleans and enrich themselves in the culture.

Program Includes

• All Community Service Activities
• Round-trip international flight from JFK
• Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel
• Hotel accommodations U.S. airline and hotel taxes
• Service charges at the hotel
• Tours and excursions around New Orleans
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day
• Pre-paid gratuities
• Program T-Shirt

• Per person cost: $700
  This program is partially subsidized to make it more affordable for students from the generosity of the Center for Student Involvement, Division of Student Affairs and Student Government Association.

Reservation Forms are due October 26, 2012 with a $200 deposit. Space is limited and first come-first served.

Download packet for detailed information (PDF 538KB)

This unique Community Service Program will not only allow you to visit one of the most breathtaking locations in the world, but will also provide you with an opportunity to give back.

Program Includes

• Round-trip international flight from JFK
• Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel
• Hotel accommodations U.S. airline and hotel taxes
• Service charges at the hotel
• Rainforest Excursion and River Boat Cruise
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day
• Pre-paid gratuities
• Donation to foundation

• Per person in Double $1,698
• Per person in Triple $ 1,628
• Single rooms available for TBA
  
  Please note that the stated prices for the trip do not include the mandatory country departure tax of $26.00.

Downloading the application (PDF 538KB) to learn more and register for the Alternative Break.

Extended deadline: Applications are due November 9, 2012.