Cal Poly's College Corps Fellowship

Welcome page for College Corps Fellowship Information Page. It is a triptych with the first panel showing a fellow with a planted spaling, then the college corps logo, then a portrait of a fellow smiling, then the Cal Poly AmeriCorps Logo, then a photo of a fellow interacting with a sheep."#CaliforniansForAll College Corps Program at Cal Poly strives to create debt-free pathways to higher education while giving fellows the chance to give back to their communities" with a photo of the Youtube video cover for "What is #Californiansforall College Corps?"

#CaliforniansForAll College Corps Goals, Symbol with a hand holding the world with people on it, Goal #1: "Engage college students in meaningful service to build leadership and civic responsibility", Symbol: Three people under a graduation cap, Goal #2: "Promote academic success and economic well being with students from diverse backgrounds", Symbol: two hands in the shape of a heart, Goal # 3 "Support the work of community based organizations in key local priorities: K-12 Education, Climate Action, and Food Insecurity" "What is the day to day life of a College Corps Fellow?", Answer: "A day in the life of a college corps fellow varies by site assignment. Some examples are leading after-school sports programs for K-12 students, gardening and tending farm animals, stocking and organizing food pantry supplies, tabling and promoting sustainability projects, designing marketing materials, and so much more.", Question:"Can current College Corps fellows re-apply?", Answer: "Yes, current College Corps fellows can reapply as long as they meet two requirements: they are enrolled as full-time students for the entire academic year in good academic standing and are in good standing with the College Corps Program. ", Question: "Do I need a car? ", Answer: "You don’t have to have a car to be eligible for this program. Please take into consideration the different sites and transportation needs when making your site preferences.", Question: "Is there transportation assistance?", Answer: "College Corps utilizes various means of transportation for fellows and will work with fellows to come up with the best plan.", Question: "What kind of a commitment will my site require? ", Answer: "Think of this as a part-time job with shifts you commit to attend. Your sites rely on your service and contribution each week. There will be opportunities to start service before the school year begins, as well as serve back home. "

a fellow and a student petting a sheep. "How many hours do I need to complete?", Answer: "450 hours is the requirement for the service term. 450 is a daunting number but with some proactive time management skills and lots of support you can do it!", Question: "How many hours a week should I serve?", Answer: "Fellows are encouraged to serve a minimum of 15 hours a week. We recognize this may look different quarter by quarter. You will be able to connect with your site supervisor each quarter regarding any changes to your schedule.", Question: "How many units do I need to be enrolled in?", Answer: "You need to be a full-time student each quarter to remain eligible for this program. Students in blended master’s programs are not eligible for College Corps.", Question: "What is the College Corps Course requirement?", Answer: "As a member of College Corps, you will be enrolled in a 1 Unit Course each quarter next year. ", Question: "What if I have a senior project coming up next year?", Answer: "Have a senior project next year? Strategize with your professor how you can align this with your service site’s needs. Example, material engineering senior project on sustainable medical waste, Strategic Business models for climate action NGO’s etc.", Question: "Can this count as an internship?", Answer: "Fellows in the past have been able to get internship credit for their fellowship. Work with your advisor if you would like to explore this option." "Any Questions? Contact us at collegecorps@calpoly.edu", Button: "Interest Form", "Thank you for your interest in College Corps! We've filled all our slots for the 2024-2025 school year. However, if you're an AB540 student, we still have a few openings this year. Please email us at collegecorps@calpoly.edu if you would like to apply.". Right side of page: Image: two fellows taking a selfie with the Cal Poly, Cuesta College, and Allan Hancock College mascots.

"How are the monthly living stipends paid?", Answer: "Monthly living stipends are dispersed through financial aid via direct deposit (if set up) or a check.", Question: "When will I receive my education award?", Answer: "After the completion of 450 hours and completion of your service term, your Education Award will be dispersed. ", Question: "Do I need to receive financial aid to qualify for this program?", Answer: "The College Corps program works in conjunction with your financial aid package, but you do not have to qualify for financial aid to qualify for this program. Please read about the requirements for this program to if you qualify. If accepted to the program, you will work closely with a financial aid advisor to understand how this program works in conjunction with your financial aid package.", Question: "What if I’m graduating?", Answer: "If you are graduating at the end of the 2025 year, you will still be awarded your education award, you can use if toward future education such as a masters, payment of loans, pursuit of a professional license or certification or as a gift to a family member’s education.", Question: "Is the living stipend or Ed-Award taxable income?", Answer: "Yes. speak with a tax professional and financial aid office to learn more. ". "Interested in becoming a Community Host Organization (CHO)?" and a button saying "Click Here!".

"Comments, Questions, or Suggestions?","Potential and Current Fellows are encouraged to reach out to us through email with anything that is College Corps related at collegecorps@calpoly.edu", Middle logo: A sign that says "Office", Caption "Come visit us!, Our Office is located in Building 81 (Hillcrest), Our Address: 81 S. Perimeter Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407, Left logo: Clock, Caption " Office Hours Someone from our College Corps Team will always be in Building 81 from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm"

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