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Our stories

Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Benefits & Resources
How I used my Segal Education Award to travel
February 22, 2019

One of the benefits of serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…

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Benefits & Resources
How to shine as a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ applicant
February 12, 2019

When working on your Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application, it’s important to share who you are, not just what you’ve done. Who…

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The Corps
Finding self care in a new city
January 10, 2019

Learn more about the perks of national service and the importance of self care on a gap year from a…

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The Corps
Columbus is for the cool kids
December 22, 2018

Ranked as the seventh-best city for young professionals, it’s no surprise that all the cool kids love Columbus, Ohio. Between…

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The Corps
What do Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members do? Tutoring and teamwork
November 15, 2018

Tutoring and teamwork are two key components to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. As a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member, we serve as tutors…

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Education
To keep students connected to #SchoolEveryDay, remind them how much they matter
November 7, 2018

According to a new report by Attendance Works, 15% of all U.S. students — one out of seven — are…

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Education
Caring relationships and student well-being are key to academic success
October 10, 2018

Sometimes referred to as non-cognitive skills, social and emotional aptitudes such as self-management, goal-setting and problem solving have, in the…

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Benefits & Resources
Living on a stipend: there’s an app for that
October 6, 2018

Here are six great apps that are sure to put some extra cash in your pocket and a smile on…

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Education
Building strategic partnerships to provide students with year-round learning support
September 19, 2018

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and BellXcel are developing a new collaborative partnership because we know that for students to succeed in the classroom…

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Education
Photo essay: inspiring girls to believe in themselves
August 13, 2018

Two years ago, Tatiyana Murray was 21, wrapping up her bachelor’s degree in political science and searching for a meaningful experience as her…

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The Corps
Leading by example: a conversation between Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members reggie and gerardo [Voices From the Field]
June 20, 2018

Reggie and Gerardo sat down for a conversation with each other to reflect on their year of service and how…

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Education
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ: A breakthrough innovation in education
May 28, 2018

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ seeks to understand the graduation gap and utilize national service to enhance equitable learning opportunities.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners