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Alternative Breaks

Alternative Break program provides a memorable week of service and building bonds among its participants through week long service projects in various parts of the country.

Spring Break 2012

Pittsburgh Project

What: Join us in working with the Pittsburgh Project, providing home repairs for Pittsburgh's most vulnerable residents.  

When: March 25th - 31st

Cost: $360.00 (includes food- on site, lodging, transportation, and a contribution to the service project)

Cumberland Island National Seashore

What: We will be participating in trail cleaning and wilderness management projects with the National Park Service on Cumberland Island, GA.

When: March 24th - April 1st

Cost: $300.00 (includes food- on site, lodging**, transportation, and service project) ** We will be camping!! Experienced campers encouraged, learners also welcome!

Student Leadership

 The Alternative Break program is an opportunity for YOU to make your mark and guide the service experience.  Every program is led by 2 staff/faculty members and 1 student leader... read more here to learn if this is the right opportunity for you...

Past Projects 

Through Alternative Break, DePauw students have partnered with several organizations in locations across the United States. 

Spring 2011: In partnership with Rebuilding Together New Orleans, students worked towards RTNO’s continued efforts to improve the quality of life of low income homeowners through home repair and revitalization of New Orleans’ neighborhoods.

Fall 2010: In Jonesville, VA, students partnered with Appalachia Service Project to repair homes for low-income families.