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Our stories

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

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Empowering Futures: A Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alumni Story
April 14, 2025

My name is Erica Adamiris Rodriguez, and I am Cleveland, Ohio-born and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-raised.  I am a daughter, I am…

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City year americorps member reading along with two students as they sit at desks in a classroom
The Corps
Adventure awaits wherever you serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
September 27, 2022

While working on her Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application, Jessica Butay reached the question: Where would you like to apply to serve?…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member on busy city street
The Corps
Seven cities where you can make a difference to students
March 10, 2021

Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.

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Peace Corps to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps
Our Alumni
Choosing a life of service: from Peace Corps to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
October 30, 2019

When you’ve been a part of something greater than yourself it’s impossible to return to business as usual. I knew…

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The Corps
New affinity group celebrates and serves Hispanic students
October 23, 2019

Café Con Leche is one of the newest affinity groups at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Tulsa, created this year to bring together…

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Our Impact
Help ‘pave a path’ for student success in Tulsa

Tulsa students are looking for someone who believes in them and will show up for them every single day. Many…

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The Corps
Tips for a successful year of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Tulsa
May 31, 2019

So, you’re thinking about applying to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Tulsa? Yes! We’re excited to hear you’re interested in joining us at…

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a collage of photos from service: a team of AmeriCorps members, An americorps member sitting at a desk with a student, and portraits of Sally and Ryan
The Corps
Why my school team leader returned for another year of service
November 6, 2018

Ryan Tierney currently serves as my school’s Team Leader at McLain Junior and Senior High; he served his first year…

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The Corps
Voices from the field: teaching’s challenges and rewards
November 20, 2017

Having caring adults who challenge students, while being supportive and encouraging, can make all the difference in educational success.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners