The Center for Volunteerism & Student Leadership of UWM - AmeriCorps*VISTA

The Center for Volunteerism & Student Leadership is now accepting resumes for a college graduate who is interested in doing a year of national AmeriCorps service at the CVSL Office.  Interested parties should send their resumes to lmarks@uwm.edu , more information about the position is provided below.

DESCRIPTION -- The UWM Ctr for Volunteerism & Student Leadership (CVSL) has a great position open for a new college graduate!  If you are interested in community engagement, non-profit work, college student personnel or leadership development please consider applying for the 2011-12 AmeriCorps*VISTA position at the CVSL.  Our VISTAs work directly with college students to connect them to local non-profit agencies such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, the YMCA, Interfaith Older Adult Programs, local shelters and food pantries and many others.  They also coordinate one-day events such as the RAK-athon, the Hunger Clean Up, Toys for Tots, and more.  

COMPENSATION -- The VISTA receives a generous package including a monthly stipend of $891, a free 2-bedroom apartment at the Kenilworth Square Building, food assistance, and $5,350 to pay-off any current or future student loans.  VISTAs also receive other benefits such as health insurance and student loan forbearance while in service.  See more at: http://www.wicampuscompact.org/vista/benefits.php

QUALIFICATIONS -- Applicants must have at least a BA degree, preferably from UW-Milwaukee.  They also should have an interest in community issues, social change, leadership development, and student development.  Ideal candidates will have been active members of their college community while in school through organizations, service, clubs, or athletics.  Also, applicants must be able to begin in late July 2011, and move into the apartment provided without other people or pets.

TO APPLY -- 
Email your resume to: lmarks@uwm.edu 
For more information contact Laurie at 414-229-3161