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

The Corps
Top Reasons Why You’ll Love Living and Working In Memphis
May 9, 2024
Living and working in Memphis can be a great option for young people, from affordable housing and a vibrant culture…
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The Corps
Why Serving With Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Memphis Could Be A Great Next Step
April 24, 2024
Fernecia Humphrey, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Memphis ‘23, decided she wanted a second year of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ after the 2022-2023…
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Our Alumni
Corps to corporate: the journey of a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Louisiana AmeriCorps member to Memphis
October 23, 2019
The act of service is truly a radical act of love and underscores the value of human existence. I have…
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Our Alumni
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Memphis builds the teacher pipeline
While in college, I studied criminal justice with a specific focus on the school to prison pipeline and juvenile delinquency….
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The Corps
A parent’s perspective
October 16, 2016
Service to cause greater than self is one of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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