Penn State Altoona to hold alternative spring break information sessions

El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico

Penn State Altoona will offer four information sessions about the 2023 alternative spring break trip to Puerto Rico.

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ALTOONA, Pa. — Penn State Altoona will offer four information sessions about the 2023 alternative spring break trip to Puerto Rico. Information sessions will take place on the following dates:

  • Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 12:15 to 1 p.m. in Room 129 of the Eiche Library
  • Thursday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 5:45 p.m. in the Fireside Lounge of the Slep Student Center
  • Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 12:15 to 1 p.m. in the Fireside Lounge of the Slep Student Center
  • Thursday, Nov. 3, from 5 to 5:45 p.m. in the Fireside Lounge of the Slep Student Center

This alternative spring break is an eight-day excursion in which students will experience service-learning by visiting the El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico. Students will participate in conservation projects and a disaster relief and resiliency project in the local community. In addition, participants will work with the Boys and Girls Club and have the opportunity to explore the region's culture.

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