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Karen Kirtley
  • Richardson, TX

Karen Kirtley Assists with Disaster Relief as Part of University of Dallas Alternative Spring Break

2012 Mar 30

Karen Kirtley, of Richardson, Texas, was among a contingent of University of Dallas students and campus ministers that traveled to Joplin, Mo., on March 4 for this year's Alternative Spring Break (ASB). While there, the group of 15 spent a week painting and cleaning Catholic Charities offices that were damaged by an F5 tornado that devastated the city nearly 10 months ago.

During ASB, students participate in service-oriented activities that meet spiritual needs and provide personal enrichment. Preparation for ASB takes place in various ways, including an application and interview process. Once selected, the group of students goes through a faith formation process and learns the organization's pillars – service, prayer, simplicity and community. The students also raise funds to cover the trip expenses, and attend a day-long retreat before they leave for their assigned location.

The University of Dallas is a Catholic, co-educational university with students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs through the Constantin College of Liberal Arts, the College of Business, the Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts and the School of Ministry. The University of Dallas has its main campus in Irving, Texas, an international campus near Rome, Italy, and a learning center in Frisco, Texas. For more information, visit www.udallas.edu.