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ASB Portugal

Anticipated Dates: December 11 – 19, 2026
Estimated Participant Cost: $2,300 – $2,500
Social Issues: Housing Security
Community Partner: Fuller Center for Housing

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Discover Braga, Portugal

This team will travel to Braga, Portugal, an ancient city that has united with the Fuller Center for Housing to address challenges related to housing security, which remains a critical issue in the area. In partnership with the Fuller Center for Housing, you’ll work alongside local families and staff to support the construction of safe, affordable homes.

What does a typical day look like?

Explore what a typical day might look like, including service projects, meals, reflection activities, and cultural immersion.

What do lodging and meals look like?

Explore the sleeping arrangements and included meals for this ASB Experience.

Participants will stay near the work site and take part in a variety of construction projects based on the community’s most immediate needs. In addition to hands-on work, you’ll engage with local residents, learn about Portuguese culture, and reflect on the connections between housing and community development.

Meet your Team Leaders

Our student Team Leaders are chosen in a competitive process to lead our ASB Experiences and have spent extensive time prior to the trip engaging with our ASB Team Leader Development courses. Team Leaders co-create the trip experience alongside professional staff in Student Leadership and Engagement. They learn how to plan all aspects of an ASB Experience, from the trip itinerary and reflection activities to risk management procedures and meal planning.

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Rohan Parashar
Rohan Parashar

Graduate Student, College of Engineering

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Laura Zacharauskas

Senior, College of Engineering and College of Natural Resources

What’s included in the participant cost?

Program fees vary by trip, but are designed to cover most major travel and program expenses.

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Included

  • Meals
  • Lodging
  • Airfare
  • Ground transportation
  • Cultural immersion activities
  • ASB swag
  • Program and administrative fees

Not Included

  • Required immunizations or vaccinations (primarily for international experiences)
  • International health insurance (only for international experiences)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal snacks and additional meals

What are the participant expectations?

  • Attend all required ASB All-Community and Team events
    • Teambuilder Night
    • Pre-Trip team meetings
    • Reorientation Night
  • Meet financial and program deadlines
  • Receive all required immunizations
  • Respect community partners and local cultures

Application Competitiveness

The application and selection process for this ASB Experience is Very Competitive.

Physical Intensity

The intensity of physical labor and service on this ASB Experience is Extremely Intense.

Take the next step

The application process and timeline can vary depending on which ASB Experience you are applying for. As part of the application process for all ASB Experiences, interested students are required to attend an ASB Information Session. To set yourself up for success, we recommend reviewing the application information online, viewing our Frequently Asked Questions, and attending the required ASB Information Session. Contact our team if you have any specific questions or concerns.

What’s Next?

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Attend an ASB Information Session

Interested in learning more about the ASB program? Register for an ASB Information Session to hear from our student Team Leaders about our experiences.

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Last Reviewed On: 7/20/2026