Module2

Civic Responsibility

[AmeriCorps Project Ayuda]

Module 2: History of National Service and AmeriCorps

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Learning Objective:

Explore the role of National Service plays in today’s society. In addition, this module should help you understand the “big picture” and how your service is integrated within their specific state and the country.

Readings

Go to the following links to read about National Service:

The Promise of National Service: A (Very) Brief History of an Idea

Reflective Activity:

National Service is a great way to gain experience in many fields. Reflect on the information you have learned in this module about National Service and brainstorm the first things that come to mind. Are they positive or negative? What would you tell someone about your experience with National Service? Feel free to be as open as you wish.

Now, you must send in your answers:

E-mail them to pvcceap@pvmail.maricopa.edu

Fax them to 602-787-7297

Or, mail them to:
ATTN: Project Ayuda
Paradise Valley Community College
18401 N. 32nd Street KSC 151A
Phoenix, AZ 85032

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*Special thanks to the Midwest Campus Compact Consortium for their work in putting this guide together.