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Service Learning Trip in the Dominican Republic

Don't Just Dream About Next Summer. Build It!

As you are planning the coming year, plan a summer that truly matters: an Adventure with a Purpose!

Service Learning Trip: Dominican Republic 2026

Join us for an impactful week-long journey to the heart of Hispaniola. This isn't a vacation. It's an opportunity to transform a community by building a safe, secure home for a deserving family.

You'll work side-by-side with community members and the recipient family, turning a plot of land into a safe, secure home. From mixing concrete to raising the walls and painting the final touches, you will see a home come to life. Your hard work will provide a family with the stability and security that they need to grow, thrive, and build a better future! 

• Make a tangible, lasting impact
• Work as a team to achieve a powerful goal
• Immerse yourself in rural Dominican culture
• Enjoy the local food and the beauty of the region
• Connect with the community on a personal level and build friendships that cross borders
• Explore the stunning natural beauty of the island on our designated excursion day

WHEN: May 23-30, 2026

WHERE: A community in the San Juan province, Dominican Republic

COST: $900 Trip fees (in-country lodging, transportation, and meals) + Airfare ($400-700, depending on airline and times). Note: the program leaders will fund-raise for the trip to defray the costs. Money should not be a barrier to participation. 

CONTACT: Associate Dean, Marya Carter, Marya Howell-Carter or Prof. Brianna Gonzalez, Brianna Gonzalez 

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