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During the summer semester, students spend a week of service addressing a particular social, cultural or environmental issue. All trips are issue-based, meaning students choose a trip based on a specific topic, not a destination. The organizations and locations are not revealed until orientation. Through community exploration, direct service, group discussions and reflection activities, students will learn about the issue and the community in which they serve. 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By choosing this focus area, you could be doing anything from working in a community garden to providing food in undernourished areas.<br><br><strong>Veterans<br><\/strong>Veterans focus on men and women who have or will serve the United States Military. This can include, but is not limited to providing support, providing resources, physical labor, etc.<br><br><strong>Youth<br><\/strong>Youth focuses on the younger population. 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