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About Alternative Spring Break

Student involvement supports Alternative Break (ASB) experiences, which are week-long immersive service experiences. ASB trips focus on various social issues such as racial justice, environmental justice, housing, healthcare, poverty, and more. 

If you have any questions regarding the ASB experience, please email civicengagement@govst.edu.


Alternative Spring Break 2025 Information Sessions

Information Session 1
Date: Thursday, October 3
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Location: Virtual

Join Zoom Meeting for Session 1
Meeting ID: 893 3418 0342
Passcode: 944404

Information Session 2
Date: Wednesday, October 16
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Location: Engbretson Hall

Information Session 3
Date: Thursday, October 24
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Engbretson Hall


Previous Alternative Spring Breaks

Alternative Spring Break 2024

 
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Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Challenge, Fort Lauderdale, Florida


Location

Broward County, South Florida


Important Dates

  • • Application Closed for 2024
  • • Acceptance Notifications via email: February 5, 2024

Accommodations

Volunteers will stay in modest housing at community centers, local churches, hostels, or camp facilities.


Service Experience

Service projects vary by site but can range from painting and building to working with youth. NO previous experience is needed to participate in Alternative Spring Break.


Associated trip fees and a comprehensive packing list will be shared with candidates during training sessions.

For more information, please email civicengagement@govst.edu.

2024 Alternative Spring Break