University of Kansas students spent their spring break volunteering with Alternative Breaks, a student organization that aims to provide immersive volunteer experiences and foster a commitment to service. Eleven students traveled to Eureka Springs, Arkansas, to serve at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, a big cat animal sanctuary. They helped with maintenance and cleanup of enclosures, created enrichment toys for the animals, and learned about the animals from the staff.
The students also explored Eureka Springs, visited Cosmic Cavern, and stopped at Lambert’s Cafe on their way back to Lawrence. Alternative Breaks is funded by Student Senate and supported by various university programs. Participants have the option to earn course credit through UNIV 492, a special projects course taught by the Center for Service Learning.
Alternative Breaks is currently accepting applications for paid and volunteer leadership positions for next year. Paid positions can be found on the KU Employment website under the “student jobs” category, while volunteer positions can be applied for through a brief application form. By participating in Alternative Breaks, students have the opportunity to make a difference, learn about important issues, and develop valuable skills.
To learn more about Alternative Breaks at KU, visit their website.
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