Spring Break runs from Feb. 28 – March 8, giving SFU students time away from classes to recharge.
Students’ plans range from international travel and service trips to staying home, working or resting. Many students said they are excited for time away from schoolwork.
Freshman Nursing major Natalie Himes will travel to California during the break. She plans to visit San Diego, Los Angeles, Universal Studios, Joshua Tree National Park and Channel Islands National Park with her family.
“I’m most excited to get out of the freezing cold,” said Himes.
Sophomore Physician Assistant major Amy Jacobs, from Annapolis, Maryland, said she is traveling to Peru through FOCUS, a national Catholic outreach organization.
The mission trip includes about 21 SFU students who will take part in service projects and community engagement.
“We’re going to be doing construction, getting to know the community, and going to churches,” Jacobs said.
International travel is also part of sophomore Spanish and Communications double-major Jelana Boldizar’s plans.
The Gallitzin native is traveling to London with the Shields School of Business through her MGMT307 course.
“I’m most excited to hear a British accent in real life and to try a croissant in Paris,” Boldizar said.
Boldizar said the trip connects directly to her coursework, which focuses on Britain’s economy. The group will tour major financial institutions, including Lloyd’s of London and the Bank of England.
“I haven’t been on an international flight in over three years,” she said.
Some students are keeping their celebrations closer to home. Senior Pre-Physician Assistant major Lex Speranzo said her break includes celebrating her boyfriend’s 21st birthday and getting matching tattoos with her mother.
“We’re getting anklets that are our family’s birth flowers,” said the Irwin native.
For others, spring break is about returning home and resting. Freshman Finance major Joe Richardson, from Berlin, Pennsylvania, said he plans to spend time with family and friends.
“I’m excited to get away from homework and a twin-size bed – my queen-size bed has been calling my name since I left,” Richardson said.
Freshman Exercise Physiology and Physical Therapy major Ben Crocco from Gibsonia said he is looking forward to visiting family and friends.
“I’m most excited about getting a break from academics,” Crocco said.
Freshman Psychology and Criminal Justice double-major Rylie Ellis said her plans are more relaxed.
“I’m going to mainly be babysitting my cat,” said the Tyrone native. She added that she will also see friends and celebrate her birthday.
Some students will be balancing work with time off during spring break. Junior Psychology and Social Work double-major Alex Pownall from Tyrone said he plans to go home and work at Tractor Supply.
Junior Marine Biology major Anthony Sacchitella from Claysburg said he will also be working, at Walmart, while enjoying a break from physics.
