CAMPUS BRIDGING INITIATIVE
An immersion that unites urban
and rural college students for
cross-cultural cooperation.
The dissonance and disconnect between the urban and rural experience is increasingly prominent, marked by stark differences in political beliefs, differing access to essential resources, and limited cross-cultural interactions.
Research suggests that social cohesion improves when people experience understanding and belonging.
To build on this evidence, our curriculum draws on research from the fields of peacekeeping, conflict mediation, and community organizing.
By convening urban and rural students for an immersive, experience of cross-cultural learning, individuals emerge as Bridgers who feel bonded to one another and skilled to cross divides on their campuses and beyond.
COLLEGE STUDENTS:
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
OPTION 1
Apply for the program
hosted by your campus
APPLICATIONS OPEN IN FEBRUARY
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University
+ St. Catherine University
(dates TBD)
OPTION 2
Apply for the program
through direct enrollment
MARCH 10-14
SPRING BREAK URBAN-RURAL IMMERSION
Students enjoy FREE meals, hotel accommodations, and all necessary supplies, plus a travel stipend.
This work is funded in part by MHC with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
A COMPLETELY FREE SPRING BREAK
WHERE YOU MEET COOL PEOPLE AND LEARN NEW THINGS
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Shoreview
Arrival: 3 p.m. Monday, March 10
Opening Plenary & Dinner: 5-7 p.m. Monday, March 10
Programming: 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 11 through 4 p.m. Friday, March 14
Departure: 4 p.m. Friday, March 14
