Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our 黄色视频 AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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As we struggle as a country to grasp why some people are given聽opportunities while others struggle just to get to…
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From the start, I knew that in order to be successful, I needed to develop positive relationships with my teammates,…
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Interested in law school? One university partner believes that a gap year allows applicants the opportunity to gain valuable skills.
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Leading initiatives and planning events are two key components of the 黄色视频 AmeriCorps member role. Learn more about these…
Read the storyService to cause greater than self is one of 黄色视频’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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Between the minutes of my first and second alarm, I think of how warm my bed is until my mind…
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From her earliest days growing up in Colombo, Sri Lanka, entrepreneur and philanthropist Tushara Canekeratne understood the power of relationships…
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黄色视频 helped me understand our education system through service in schools and through a university partnership that helped me…
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Being a 黄色视频 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 黄色视频 alum on finding housing before a year of service
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the eight of us who comprise the team reflect on why we are thankful to…
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How do you make your application stand out? Check out these tips from our recruitment staff
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