 ORCC AmeriCorps*VISTA Program
Learn more about AmeriCorps*VISTA.
The Full-Time Program
Oregon Campus Compact VISTAs develop service-learning programs, build relationships and partnerships between their institution and the surrounding community, implement campus-wide service days, coordinate programs that engage students in community service, and increase the level of civic engagement on their campuses. Established in 2007 through a partnership with the Corporation for National and Community Service, the ORCC VISTA program enables colleges and universities to address issues facing low-income communities through high quality service-learning and community service programs that empower students to be change agents in their communities.
Program Overview
2009-2010 1st Quarter Program Results
Interested in Applying?
Our 2010/2011 positions are filled.
The Role of ORCC VISTAs
- Cultivate partnerships with community-based organizations that address the needs of low-income individuals.
- Work with faculty and staff to create and coordinate service-learning courses.
- Plan and implement campus service days.
- Conduct presentations and meetings with faculty, students, and community members to increase awareness of service-learning and community engagement.
- Recruit, train, and place student volunteers.
- Provide leadership development, training, support, and reflection activities for student volunteers.
- Build the capacity for campuses to create sustainable service programming and partnerships.
Resources for Members
Information
and resources for current ORCC
VISTAs.
Resources for Host Campuses
ORCC VISTA Fact Sheet
2010-2011 Request for Proposals - Letter/Email of Intent due January 8th for new sites. Full application due February 19, 2010.
2010-2011 Application Resource Guide
VISTA Assignment Description Form
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