Race and the Peace Corps
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Description: Please join us for an impactful discussion on the role of ones racial identity plays in their Peace Corps service experience.
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Peace Corps Dinner Discussion: the Fish Bowl Effect
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Description: Join us to talk about how volunteers in the Peace Corps often feel like they are in a "fish bowl" being constantly surveilled and watched over dinner.
Special Office Hours: Application Support
Monday, December 18, 2023
Description: Are you working on submitting your Peace Corps application over Winter Break? Drop-in to these special advising hours on Mon, 12/18, 2-4 pm to learn more about the application, review materials, or ask any other burning questions you may have before submitting! You are welcome to come and go as you please during the 2-hour block.
Peace Corps Resume and Motivation Statement Workshop
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Description: Looking to apply to the April 1st application deadline? Stop by at any time from 3:00-5:00 PM for open resume review and motivation statement assistance.
Peace Corps Panel: Serving as a First-Generation Student
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Description: Join us on this virtual panel to hear stories from Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) who identify as First-Generation college students.
Peace Corps Prep: This sessions can count towards your "Learning About the Peace Corps" requirement for your certificate.
Serving in the Peace Corps as a Veteran
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Description: In honor of Veteran's Week we hope you join us for light refreshments and to hear about serving in the Peace Corps as a Military Veteran. Veterans and non-Veterans encouraged to attend!
Peace Corps Prep Certificate Requirement Refresher (for Peace Corps Prep participants)
Monday, February 19, 2024
Description: Are you wondering if you’re still on track to complete the certificate program before graduation? If so, our certificate requirement refresher could be of help to you! We will make sure you get your questions answered so that you will be ready to complete the certificate this semester. Dinner will be provided! We recommended bringing your laptop to follow along.
Women in the Peace Corps Panel and Discussion
Friday, March 10, 2023
Description: Join us at this panel discussion to hear from women who are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, Peace Corps staff, and/or host country community members. They will discuss their collaboration with local women in host countries.
There will be a brief, follow-up discussion hosted by the UM recruiters where we can talk about what we learned and answer any additional questions.
Zoom link will be sent out the date of the event to those who register. This event will start right at 2:00 PM so we recommend getting on the call a few minutes early.
Serving as a Volunteer with a Disability Panel and Discussion
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Description: Join us to hear stories from a panel of returned Peace Corps Volunteers who served with a disability. Discover the unique challenges and rewards of serving with a disability alongside a community overseas. Ask questions about service and gain tips for authentic engagement with a community abroad.
There will be a brief, follow-up discussion hosted by the UM recruiters where we can talk about what we learned and answer any additional questions.
Peace Corps Dinner Discussion: Preparing to Leave for Service
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Description: Join us to talk about packing, leaving family/friends/partner, finances, loan forbearance, and other things to prepare before service over dinner.
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