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Our stories

Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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How I used my Segal Education Award to travel
February 22, 2019

One of the benefits of serving with City Year is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…

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Why we love NYC
February 14, 2019

We know that all students can succeed, but resources and opportunity are not always distributed equally. City Year New York…

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How to shine as a City Year applicant
February 12, 2019

When working on your City Year application, it’s important to share who you are, not just what you’ve done. Who…

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Self-care during my City Year
February 8, 2019

Working at City Year, we give so much of ourselves to a cause we truly believe in. This is why…

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Living on a stipend: there’s an app for that
October 6, 2018

Here are six great apps that are sure to put some extra cash in your pocket and a smile on…

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The 5 best things about serving with City Year Columbus
September 13, 2018

There are so many great reasons to live in Columbus, including more than 300 festivals every year, beautiful parks, big…

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SeaWorld Orlando Supports Our Corps
August 22, 2018

We are thankful for SeaWorld Orlando, who joined a group of committed community organizations as an AmeriCorps Member Experience Partner…

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Advice for making the most of your City Year experience
July 9, 2018

City Year impact manager and alum collects and shares advice from senior AmeriCorps members for future corp members.

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Joining City Year out of high school
June 28, 2018

Seabron Stewart served when he was 18 years old, immediately following high school. Here, he shares his experience as the…

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Benefits & Resources
6 universities that stretch your Segal Education Award
April 30, 2018

Hundreds of universities across the U.S. accept the Segal Education Award. Our University Partners like to help you maximize your…

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Universal Orlando Supports AmeriCorps Member Professional Development
March 20, 2018

On March 20, 2018, members of the Universal Orlando Resort Human Resources team visited City Year Orlando. Universal Orlando team…

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The Benefits of a City Year AmeriCorps Member
March 19, 2018

Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.

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