Join us for the Spring 2022 Alternative Spring Break Experiences!

 

Program Details:

• Alternative Spring Break Experiences looks to build a world in which UMD students are empowered citizens in community together, taking action toward just causes.

• Through deliberative and reflective dialogues, direct service, and meaningful education which address global social issues, student participants will exchange, evaluate, and take action towards different ideas and approaches that challenge specific social, political, and economic structures of our global community.

• Direct service with community partners will demonstrate how students can turn their knowledge into action in safe, responsible, and sustainable ways.

• Interested students must be willing to commit their Spring Breaks, from Saturday, March 19th, 2022 to Saturday, March 26th, 2022. 

• The experience is in-person, and costs vary depending on the experience each participant is placed in.

• Program cost is all inclusive of lodging, meals, transportation, and education activities.

Who should participate?:

• Any student that wants to explore community development, civic engagement, local issues, leadership, and service.

• Undergraduate and graduate students interested in exploring social issues that include environmental conservation, education, socioeconomic inequity, health and wellness, and more.

How will you benefit from participating?:

• Connect with a community of peers from across campus and create new friendships. 

• Develop and practice personal and group leadership skills such as active listening, reflection, critical thinking, and communication, as well as civic engagement through in-person service.

• Learn how to effectively engage in constructive dialogue.

What should I expect?:

• Active engagement in personal reflection, listening, small group dialogue, and small group activities.

• Thought-provoking questions and dialogue around social issues.

• Making connections between social issues and your academic, personal, professional, and/or civic life.

• Engaging in direct service alongside community partners. 

• Participating in meaningful reflections to understand the impacts of community service on social justice.

• Identifying at least one action step to take towards a social issue you are passionate about.

Application Information:

• The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 13th, 2021.

• NOTE: We are actively recruiting staff advisors as well! If you have anyone in mind, please refer them to the application on our website listed below!

For more information or questions, visit alternativebreaks.umd.edu or contact us at alternativebreaks@umd.edu.