Student participants show off their masks as they prepare to gut homes for ACORN, an organization located in New Orleans dedicated to cleaning and rebuilding homes in low-income neighborhoods.

Alternative Breaks Awards

After participants return from an alternative break, awards are given to outstanding participants to recognize their noteworthy efforts and achievements. Alternative Breaks participants are encouraged to nominate participants for awards.

2009 Alternative Spring Break Award Winners

• First Year Passionate Participant: Robert Oliveri
• Outstanding Long Term Participant: Renee Costanza
• Spectacular Site Facilitator Pair: Alana McGinty & Don Macatangay
• Fabulous Faculty/Staff Participant: George Byrns, Associate Professor Health Sciences
• Spirit of the Program: Lauren Dainko

 

2009 Alternative Winter Break Award Winners

• First Year Passionate Participant: Kelsey Coker
• Outstanding Long Term Participant: Ashley Thacker
• Spirit of the Program: Silvia Castillo
• Global Citizen: Jamie Boban