AmeriCorps Fellows Program
Make an Impact in Your Community
Be a part of the greater good.
As an AmeriCorps Fellow, Cal Lutheran students have the opportunity to pursue their passion for service.
Cal Lutheran is one of eight universities which were selected to join a first in the nation program to help students pay for college through public service targeting challenges in their region. As a program under the Sarah W. Heath Center for Equality and Justice, AmeriCorps Fellows will have the opportunity to make an impact in their communities through valuable hands-on experiences. With contributions from AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, this program has received $340,000 in funding to support these efforts.
Cynthia Duarte, Project Director
Nina Schneider, AmeriCorps Coordinator
Email: americorps@callutheran.edu
Phone: (805) 493-3694
Office: 109 Swenson
What does a Fellow do?
Gain hands-on work experience through placement in a local nonprofit and develop professional skils through coursework and analysis.
Curriculum & DutiesWork with local nonprofit organizations to help close the achievement gap for low-income and/or immigrant communities in the Ventura County.
our partnersEarn a stipend of up to $8,022 to help cover the cost of tuition and living allowances while receiving 3 units of course credit.
program benefits
Angelina LeanosAs an AmeriCorps fellow, not only do I get to give back to the Oxnard community I grew up in, but I also get to serve the same high school student demographic I hope to work with one day. I am passionate about inspiring others to pursue their education and career goals, and would like to work as a high school counselor or teacher. Working with the Oxnard College Outreach team has helped me better understand the needs and questions of high school students on their journey to higher education, which is beneficial for me to know in my future career.
English major, Psychology minor, Oxnard College