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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On March 20, 2018, members of the Universal Orlando Resort Human Resources team visited Â鶹ÊÓƵ Orlando. Universal Orlando team…
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Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their Â鶹ÊÓƵ journey and beyond.
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There are 354,172 students in Miami who need and deserve our support. You could be part of an AmeriCorps team that…
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Here are a few tips from the members of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Talent Acquisition team that will help you confidently craft…
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Still, a healthy meal is important for your wellbeing and productivity. From breakfast to dinner here are some quick, delicious…
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As graduation edges near the horizon of the service year, our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members are planning for their next…
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Our three decades of youth development experience, along with external research, has shown that students’ academic success is directly tied…
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During the class reading time, Jolene would cringe when it was her turn to read out loud and often didn’t…
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All of the standardized tests my students will be taking soon are rigorous, and for third graders represents a certain…
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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…
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Read on for advice from a Â鶹ÊÓƵ alum on finding housing before a year of service
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