Today I had my first series of volunteer interviews. They went fairly well. I shifted my location to Starbucks after a while and realized Starbucks sucks ass and didn't have wireless (unless I'm just stupid, but it seemed like you had to pay) so I couldn't get work done. It reminded me of the Chile days where the gringos all congregated at ( Read more... )

As AmeriCorps members, we have to recruit volunteers to work for us, like 20 each. And we're also competing with all other schools in the district as well as AmeriCorps VISTA members (whose main job seems to be volunteer recruitment). My little group of 4 has been trying to share sources, but it got a little ugly. It kind of sucks that we've ( Read more... )

I'm into my 2nd week at the school and I'm loving it. Although things are a little slow in terms of service (but with so much to do, it's understandable). For example, I JUST moved into my own personal space in the corner of the new teacher's classroom. But she's a sweetheart and I couldn't have been paired with anyone better. And it's nice we're ( Read more... )

You know what? I wish I was one of those people who have natural charisma and can get away with winking at people. Although I am an adorable and charming person, me trying to wink at someone (you know, like in the middle of a conversation and not to be flirty) really just projects a muscle spasm image. I just don't qualify as a charismatic winker.

This happened about 1.5wks ago, but I needed to share my joy with the world ( Read more... )

***Nothing I write about reflects AmeriCorps or the U.S. government but is merely a reflection of my personal thoughts, observations, and perspectives. My entries about work may be boring and uneventful, but I am using this blog for my own personal memory and you are all more than welcome to indulge***I began my first day at the elementary school I ( Read more... )

So I got offered a (last minute) AmeriCorps position working at an after-school community learning center for elementary kids. I almost didn't go to the interview because I didn't think I'd get any of these positions (since I've interviewed for 7 already). Not quite sure how I feel about it yet. For one, it pays shit. And two, I've had less than 24 ( Read more... )

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haha tough luck, Benny.

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