Financial
How much financial assistance can a Fellow receive in the College Corps program?
$10,000
What are the main focus areas a Fellow can serve in?
K-12 Education, Food Insecurity & Climate Action
An Impact Suite to manage and support program and track students' progress
America Learns
Who are your fellow ambassadors?
Joscelyn & Ella
When should a fellow submit their timesheet for approval?
Every other Sunday
Can be used at a higher ed school or to pay existing student loans
Segal Award
What's the best way to make up missed service hours?
Check the Google Master Calendar, check with the Food Bank, or reach out to staff for extra opportunities.
When is mileage paperwork due, and who does it get turned in to?
At the end of the month, it needs to be turned in to Dee Dee.
Who are the College Corps Staff?
Kenneth Perez, Dee Dee Escalante-Ramirez, Jovany Cardenas Vargas
What are the average hours asked to work per week?
12-15 hours/week
How long does your education award stay in an AmeriCorps Account?
Seven Years
What types of tasks might Fellows perform at their host sites?
Tutoring, mentoring, food distributions, and climate-related outreach
Who was the first person to complete 450 hours this cohort? (On Instagram)
David Azpeitia
Who are the College Corps Peer Mentors? (List all 5)
Ezra, Joaquin, Perla, Valerie & Kristy
How many hours of service is required to graduate the program?
450 hours
How many years can you serve in College Corps?
Four Years
What are the maximum training hours authorized for the program.
90 hours
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AmeriCorps
What is the role of a Peer Mentor in the program?
As a returner fellow, they support Fellows who have questions or need support/guidance, and encourage their peers.
How often should Fellows check their emails & GroupMe?
Daily, to not miss important updates! Very important now and for your future careers to maintain good communication.
What is the living allowance total for dreamers and non dreamers?
Dreamers: $5,500
Non-Dreamers: $7,000
When is the last day of service?
May 31, 2025
What is a PMW, and why is it important?
A Performance Measurement Worksheet is used for data collection to show the impact that the College Corps program is making in the communities. It is important because it helps keep the program funded for future cohorts.
What's expected from a Fellow outside of service hours?
Attend trainings, meetings, submit paperwork, and maintain contact with staff.
What is required of fellows to do at least once a month? (Could be more than once a month)
Timesheets, PMWs, Mileage, attend the monthly meeting.