MSU Alternative Spartan Breaks

A Michigan State Student Organization

Become an Active Citizen and continue this great Spartan tradition here at Michigan State University
Learn about diverse cultures with this amazing opportunity
Have fun and meet new people within the MSU community while YOU make a difference

Alternative Spartan Breaks encourages the active citizenship of Michigan State University students through quality service opportunities, education about social issues, and exposure to diverse cultures and communities. We are proud to have worked with MSU students for over 20 years and currently the largest Student Organization on campus.

About Us

Alternative Spartan Breaks encourages Michigan State students and faculty to get involved in the active citizen movement.

Social Issues

We believe that the great service comes from genuine interest in a cause. Find out all the social issues that we tackle during our trips.

SSA Application

SSA Applications can be downloaded here and turned into 345 Student Services. Apps will be reviewed and accepted on a rolling bases.

News & Updates

CASHNET IS UP AND RUNNING! To make a payment click on MAKE A PAYMENT. Make sure to read over the instructions before starting. PRINT A RECEIPT IN CASE OF ANY PROBLEMS WITH YOUR TRANSACTION. (You may pay for the rest of your trip if you wish to at anytime)

MAKE A PAYMENT

Payment Instructions:

Make sure to read over the following directions carefully before clicking on the cashnet link.

Select the right trip (International, Domestic, Winter) In the money...

Adopt-A-Breaker

Adopt-a-Breaker is Alternative Spartan Breaks’ largest program-wide fundraiser. Each participant writes a minimum of 7 letters to family, friends, etc. asking for support in...

Payments Schedule

Spring Break: Nov. 28 (25% of total) Dec. 16 (50% of total) Jan. 13 (75% of total) Feb. 3 (100% of total)

Winter Break: Nov. 28 (50% of total) Dec. 16 (100% of total)