Since 1996, Aggies have been spending their fall and spring breaks serving in communities near and far. Become an active citizen by learning about current social issues, about what organizations throughout the country are doing to make a difference, and by getting your hands good and dirty.
All of our Alternative Breaks programming centers on full engagement, which includes being alcohol- and drug-free.
Alternative Spring Break | Animal Rights | 2024
March 11-16, 2024
Kanab, UT
Cost: $275 if you apply before February 5
$295 if you apply after February 5
Work for Animal Rights in Kanab, UT - Travel to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Utah's Red Rock Country! Work with animals, tour the sanctuary, complete service projects. Visit Zion National Park!
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending three meetings in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
Dates: February 26th, March 4th, and March 25th at 4:30-6pm in TSC 229 Big Blue Room.
Alternative Spring Break | Food Access | 2024
March 11-16, 2024
Jackson, WY
Cost: $275 if you apply before February 5
$295 if you apply after February 5
Fight Hunger & Food Waste in Jackson, WY - Travel to beautiful Jackson, WY to work with non-profit Hole Food Rescue. Learn about and participate in food recovery. Visit Teton National Park!
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending three meetings in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
Dates: February 26th, March 4th, and March 25th at 4:30-6pm in TSC 229 Big Blue Room.
Read the contract for Alternative Breaks conduct (PDF) that all participants will be asked to sign
Read the liability waiver that all participants will be asked to sign
Read the photo/video release that all participants will be asked to sign
