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PostFebruary 4, 2019

PKG Spring Break

Explore social issues in context • Have fun working together as a group • Connect with local efforts to better their communities

Spend a week learning about complex social issues from the practitioners addressing them. Join a group of undergrad students and have fun while meeting a variety of community members and organizations tackling complicated social challenges. You'll visit community sites, have engaging conversations, and participate in related service projects. All programs are cost-free.

Applications due 2/18/19
Email: pkgspringbreak@mit.edu

by MIT PKG Center
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