Catherine Torres of Stafford Participates in Alternative Spring Break Trip

2014 Apr 14

Stafford, VA resident Catherine Torres spent spring break serving others through James Madison University's Alternative Spring Break Program. Torres, a sophomore biology major traveled to Atlanta, Ga. to volunteer with Medici Project.

The student-led ASB trips took place from March 8-15. Each trip focused on a social issue, such as homelessness, resettlement, environmentalism or community wellness, in a specific region. Almost 300 students embarked on 30 spring break trips around the country and world. The students spent the week living simply, focused on service in their destination community but also on teamwork and reflection within their group.

While in Atlanta, students participated in hands-on projects that reached out to those in need of health services. They worked with impoverished children, troubled young women, and were able to engage with educational speakers about health issues in Atlanta. The group lived in the heart of Atlanta for the week and got to submerse themselves in the “Atlantan” lifestyle.

For information about JMU's Alternative Break Program, including an interactive map showcasing past service trips and Community Service-Learning, check www.jmu.edu/service/ and www.jmu.edu/abp.