This weeklong service-learning alternative break will serve and learn about the multiple factors that determine individuals’ health. Service will include working with different local nonprofits focused on different health factors.
Theme: Determinants of Health
Dates: March 14-20, 2027
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All members of the UConn community are encouraged to join in this moment of care and inclusivity. This is a time in the semester where connection is needed - events and messaging both on campus and out in the world can leave us needing extra warmth and solidarity. Pass through or stay as long as you like.
This gathering will offer a space Thursday 9/24 & Friday 9/25 to connect, relax, share care, conversation, and creative outlets. Programming and offerings are being curated by student groups and departments across campus and will be updated as they take shape. A collective fiber arts project will be taking place, representing the thread that weaves us all together; materials will be provided should you feel called to learn or contribute to the community art piece.
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Join Big Brothers Big Sisters!
Our program runs once a week at each of the 7 different sites (see a full schedule of available times below) as an after school program at the students’ school, and we provide transportation both to and from the schools. We incorporate an academic component through a tutoring/ homework session each week with your Little, as well as leaving plenty of time for the two of you to have fun as a pair, as well as getting involved in group activities! Most sites have access to school playgrounds, fields, computer labs, and gyms so there is something fun to do for everyone.
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Silent Pillars is a UConn Change Grant project created to recognize and celebrate the custodial staff who work behind the scenes to make UConn possible. Through this project, we have had the opportunity to sit down with members of our custodial community and hear their personal stories, experiences, and the wisdom they have to share. Our goal is to give these amazing individuals a space to be seen and appreciated; not only for the work they do, but for who they are as people.
We will be showcasing these stories at our Silent Pillars event on Thursday, September 24 at 4:00 PM in the Werth Tower Forum.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to tutor students in a variety of subjects, help with homework, facilitate creative projects, play board games, encourage the importance of physical activity (both inside and outside), as well as aid staff members in supervising snack time. Above all, volunteers will be able to develop and nurture mentoring relationships with the elementary and middle-school age students.
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Help empower adult English Learners in the surrounding community!
ELL offers a unique opportunity for volunteer to understand Language Teaching Pedagogy, build cultural competencies, form friendships, and gain valuable leadership skills. As an ELL volunteer, all you need to know is English!
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Thank you to everyone that showed up to this years Wellness Fair! We got to meet so many new people and share how Community Outreach can be connected with wellness. Here’s what our day looked like!! 🫧
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Coins for a Cause is a collaboration between Dining Services, Student Activities Community Outreach, Student Activities Business Services, and various UConn registered student organizations to raise funds for non-profit organizations. Each month funds are collected through donation boxes located at the Dairy Bar. At the end of the month all of the change is collected, counted, deposited; each participating organization receives portion of the funds to be disbursed to the designated charities. This is a quick and easy way to donate a substantial amount of money for philanthropy.
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4-H Vernon aims to provide mentoring and STEM enrichment to children grades K through 5th in a club-like setting through activities involving: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math; leadership and community service, as well as team and confidence building activities. Examples of opportunities include: exploring the environment/nature, growing your own food, learning about robotics, caring for animals, and developing photography or drama skills.
E-Mail: uconn.co.4hvernon@gmail.com
Schedule: Mondays from 3:40-5:50
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Camp Horizons provides adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities an opportunity to engage in social and recreational activities in an extremely inclusive setting while interacting with non-disabled peers. In this program, UConn participants visit Horizons on select Saturday mornings (typically biweekly, 1-4 PM) throughout the semester and serve as a helping hand to the professional staff. We participate in fun activities and socialize with the clients. Some examples of activities we have helped with in the past include: carving and painting pumpkins, making dirt pudding, making tie-dye socks and more!
The dates for this semester (Fall 2026) are as follows:
9/19 Lost in the Jungle
10/3 Best of Both Worlds
10/17 Sweater Weather
10/24 A Killer Thriller
11/7 Crunchy Leaves and Cozy Sleeves
12/5 PJ Express
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During this weekend service-learning immersive experience participants will learn more about environmental conservation and ways and tangible ways to combat environmental challenges. Past projects included beach cleanups, invasive species cleanups, etc. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of ecosystems, environmental issues, and sustainable practices.
Theme: Environmental Conservation
Dates: November 6-8
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Through this 8 day service-learning experience, participants will work alongside local community members to support local infrastructure projects and community initiatives. Participants will engage in education and reflection focused on topics such as community development, and sustainability. By the end of their experience, participants will develop skills to be more engaged in their communities.
Theme: Rural Community Development
Dates: January 8- 15, 2027
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