Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
City Year AmeriCorps members officially became alumni, joining a vibrant community that continues to strengthen the neighborhoods where they live…
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If you’re interested in positively shaping your community through policy, you’ll want to check out some of our University Partnerships….
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City Year has more 20 University Partnerships that offer alumni scholarships for graduate-level programs in the mental health field. Here’s…
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Through City Year’s University Partnership with the Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania, Walker took advantage of…
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As part of the first class of AmeriCorps members to serve with City Year in 1994-1995, I have had the…
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Moving is something that’s not only logistically challenging but can also be a strain financially, particularly when you’re learning to…
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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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Over his six-year teaching career, Kevin has distinguished himself as an outstanding educator, winning numerous awards. Kevin credits his time…
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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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Learn more about four City Year partner universities that offer scholarships to City Year alums after their national service gap…
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“My City Year experience helped confirm for me how powerful active listening can be in building an authentic bond with…
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Since 2005, Comcast NBCUniversal has recognized 77 City Year alumni with our highest alumni recognition–the Comcast NBCUniversal Leadership Award.
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