UTSA students enjoy alternative spring break
Share this Story(April 1, 2015) – UTSA students from various majors came together in droves earlier this month to volunteer during their spring vacation for the university’s Alternative Spring Break (ASB). The volunteers assisted three non-profit agencies: Common Ground Relief, Schwartz Farms and the Catholic Charities Camp.
“The ASB experience taught me how important it is to work together as a team and help others,” said Abigail Roman, UTSA student and volunteer.
Thirteen UTSA students traveled to Common Ground Relief in New Orleans. The students assisted with the organization’s Wetlands Restoration Program, created to proactively address the dangers faced by New Orleans residents and the Gulf Coast region. The students also learned about these issues from Kimberly Roberts, Academy Award-nominated director for best documentary in 2008 for her film, “Trouble the Water.”
Four students worked closely with Schwartz Farms in San Antonio to educate the community about sustainable farming and animal care. The students worked to improve the farms through gardening, landscaping, assisting in animal care and feeding, and building enclosures.
Several students worked with Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, which runs the Guadalupe Community Center, to aid the nonprofit with its School Impact Program. The program guides children through a weeklong camp featuring craft projects and volunteer opportunities.
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For more information on volunteering with local agencies, visit the Volunteer Services office in (HUC 1.216) or contact us at 210-458-7291.
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Events
At this memorable celebration, UTSA graduates will be introduced one-by-one to cross the stage and accept their doctoral degrees.
Arts Building Recital Hall, Main CampusRoadrunner Walk is an event for graduating students to have a memorable walk on campus to celebrate an important milestone and their achievements. Graduates will walk along the Paseo while being celebrated by the UTSA community, friends, and family members.
Student Union Paseo, Main CampusJoin us for a tribute to Willie Velásquez, honoring the legacy of Willie Velásquez, a pivotal figure in shaping the history of Latino and Hispanic participation in the American voting process. Delve into his life and contributions as a champion of Latino voting rights. Moderated by UTSA's Teresa Niño, the event will feature influential voices, including Jane Velásquez, María Antonietta Berriozábal, Dora Oliva, and Anthony Gonzales.
Buena Vista Building, Buena Vista Theater, Downtown CampusCelebrate the accomplishments of College of Education and Human Development, College for Health, Community and Policy, College of Sciences and University College.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.Celebrate the accomplishments of Alvarez College of Business, College of Liberal and Fine Arts and Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.
