Alternative Spartan Breaks

During the 2025-2026 academic year, Alternative Spartan Breaks (ASB), a registered student organization (RSO) advised by CCEL, engaged 108 students across 12 service experiences in 10 locations, including one international site. Programs spanned fall break (4-day), winter break, spring break, and seven weekend experiences, providing multiple entry points for student participation and leadership.

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America Reads/America Counts Work-Study

The America Reads/America Counts (ARAC) work-study program saw significant growth this year, expanding both its reach and impact. The number of tutors increased substantially, from 10 in AY 2024-25 to 51 in AY 2025-26, allowing CCEL to better support local partners and meet growing community needs.

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Fall Spartan Day of Service

On October 4, the Center for Community Engaged Learning and MSU Alumni hosted our annual Fall Spartan Day of Service. 401 student volunteers teamed up with our community partners at 13 sites in Greater Lansing and two sites in Detroit.

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Fill the Bus/Stuff the Library

This year, CCEL’s student philanthropy programs provided the Greater Lansing community with back-to-school supplies and inclusive books for K–12 public schools. Thank you to all who supported these campaigns!

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Pre-Health Volunteer Programs

CCEL’s partnerships with McLaren Greater Lansing and UM Health-Sparrow continue to be strong entry points for students exploring pre-professional pathways in health care.

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Spartan Volunteer Service Awards

The 8th annual Spartan Volunteer Service Awards (SVSA) ceremony on January 23, 2026, recognized 154 students for time dedicated to their communities from December 9, 2024, through December 7, 2025. This is the second-largest group of volunteers to receive this award, co-sponsored by the Center for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL) and the Office of the President.

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