The purpose of Alternative Breaks is to strengthen student connections to the community on a local, national, and global level through civic engagement and cultural enhancement.

Vision Statement:

To achieve the goal of assisting communities on a local, national, and global level through expanding programs to include weekend plunges, winter break experiences, and international emersion opportunities. 

What is an Alternative Break?

Alternative Breaks are short-term, intensive service experiences that offer a wide range of activities for students to participate in that foster service-focused civic engagement on a local, national, and global level.