Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
“What is an irrational fear you have?” This was a question I asked Manuel*, a tenth-grade student I mentored during…
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From the start, I knew that in order to be successful, I needed to develop positive relationships with my teammates,…
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Leading initiatives and planning events are two key components of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member role. Learn more about these…
Read the storyService to cause greater than self is one of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ helped me understand our education system through service in schools and through a university partnership that helped me…
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Being a Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member is not only a transformative opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives…
Read the story Read on for advice from a Â鶹ÊÓƵ alum on finding housing before a year of service
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the eight of us who comprise the team reflect on why we are thankful to…
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How can I get around without a car? What’s it like to serve in Columbia? We answer all your top…
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