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

Each AmeriCorps member has brought something unique to the team and our students this year. Meet them now!
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This year, all Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee high school teams are focusing on the same goal: the promotion promise. The promotion…
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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….
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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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Impact manager Alysa Hemcher shares her Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ bucket list.
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After a couple of months being in the office for the winter, we were finally given the news that we…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Orlando’s opening day celebration brought together Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Orlando team sponsors, board members, champions, as well as families…
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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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