Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
“What is an irrational fear you have?” This was a question I asked Manuel*, a tenth-grade student I mentored during…
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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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Leading initiatives and planning events are two key components of the City Year AmeriCorps member role. Learn more about these…
Read the storyService to cause greater than self is one of City Year’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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City Year helped me understand our education system through service in schools and through a university partnership that helped me…
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Being a City Year AmeriCorps member is not only a transformative opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives…
Read the story Read on for advice from a City Year 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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How can I get around without a car? What’s it like to serve in Columbia? We answer all your top…
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