Alternative Break Winter Pre-Departure
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 5:30–7:30 PM
- LocationMerwin 124
- DescriptionPre-departure meetings prepare students to engage in service with purpose, humility, and confidence with Alternative Break. Through interactive workshops and discussions, participants develop a shared understanding of servant leadership and what it means to lead by supporting others. These sessions emphasize teamwork, active listening, and reflection as key elements of meaningful service. Students will learn, engage, and explore within their Alternative Break Cohort.
Hosted by: The Leadership Experience
Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11820497 - Websitehttps://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11820497
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