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.
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Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…
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Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps. Learn more about…
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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Learn more about Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
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While service looks different at each of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…
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The interview is a space for you to tell your prospective employer more about your background, experiences, and to express…
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Service Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…
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Help Â鶹ÊÓƵ win a chance to present at SXSW EDU 2021 on the role of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps…
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As the school year begins in the wake of a pandemic, this story outlines how can we help students and…
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People who are familiar with national service programs such as AmeriCorps and Senior Corps have always understood the many ways…
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Learn more about the Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps experience and how athletes have the skills needed to serve students and communities…
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