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

Chelsea Badeau is currently the Senior Director of Editorial Production at Comcast NBCUniversal. In this role, she manages editorial content on…
Read the storyAt my Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ partner school, AmeriCorps members provide at-risk students with routine and personalized interventions throughout the year. Interventions…
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In commemoration of Black History Month 2019, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia has recognized and paid homage to African-American pioneers in education….
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This year, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee was chosen to be a part of the Network for School Improvement pilot program.
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The act of service is truly a radical act of love and underscores the value of human existence. I have…
Read the storyWhile in college, I studied criminal justice with a specific focus on the school to prison pipeline and juvenile delinquency….
Read the storyThis school year, the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÂ Philadelphia AmeriCorps team serving at Alexander K. McClure Elementary School saw a unique opportunity to address two…
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Taking a gap year, whether it’s between high school and college, during your undergraduate years or after college, is a…
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There is so much to love about living and working in Philadelphia. Between the scenic parks, accessible art, delicious food and the…
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Through Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s University Partnership with the Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania, Walker took advantage of…
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Discovering new places to have a great meal is a fun way to get to know the community where you’ll…
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In 2013, Ofo Ezeugwu was an undergraduate student atTemple University. He served as vice president of the student body and…
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