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College is already tough. Don’t make it harder. This retreat will help you get your life in order as you make this transition as a college student. What to expect:
- Prayer
- Relaxing
- Music
- Campfire
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
And did we mention that we serve good food too?
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- The retreat is for students at UMD who’ve never been on a retreat with Catholic Campus Ministry.
- The retreat is hosted by Fr. Mike Schmitz and the Student Leadership Team from Catholic Campus Ministry.
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- Place: Lakeshore, MN
- Time: September 16-18, 2016. Depart from the Newman House at 4:00 pm on Friday, Return by 3:00 pm Sunday
- Cost: $25 (scholarship available)
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