Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is an initiative that started nation-wide by pro-active students wanting to volunteer in their communities during their Spring Breaks. Students have taken advantage of cleaning their communities, serving the public, and networking with community leaders during their week-long vacation. The overall result has been a positive and leadership-developing project.
The Sensational Sophomores started their first ASB project in 2017 with Habitat for Humanity. With the non-profit organization, students demolished a shed and performed yard work for a house in Arvin. In 2018, the next class helped renovate and decorate a community center for young children. The overall goal of ASB with the Sensational Sophomores is to connect students to their community, address a need or problem, and become pro-active change-makers. Each year, the elected Officers of the Class communicate with various community organizations and decide on the service project that is suitable for their class.
Since 2022, the Senational Sophomores program has continued developing a partnership with the CSUB Edible Garden. Student have spent Alternative Spring Break giving back to the community by building raised beds, planting trees, creating signage, and contributing to the overall success of the garden.
Through the ASB, continuing Sensational Sophomore Classes have went on to volunteer at beach clean-ups, campus clean-ups, and other community endeavors.
Spring 2024
Sensational Sophomore classes of 2024, 2025 and 2026 came together from March 25 - 28 to participate in Alternative Spring Break at the CSUB Edible Garden.
