I believe that I have benefitted in numerous ways while working at the Red Shield. I had the opportunity to work on and manage projects, build activities for children, tutor, and learn key communication skills, but what I think I learned the most is how much you can push yourself when you are passionate about something. I know that if I wouldn't of been passionate about inner city children and especially inner city children in trauma situations that I would of lost my patience during my time there. But I really felt that the work I was doing was important so I felt that it was important to give it my all! By maintaining this attitude the children immediately welcomed me and we all got along well. Mike and the other employees at the Red Shield were great examples of how to conduct yourself in that type of environment so I was able to learn from them and imitate their teaching and leadership habits. Overall, I really believe that I left the Red Shield as a more well rounded individual and my involvement in the Greater Philadelphia Community will not stop here!
In response to the discontinuation of the AmeriCorps SISPA program, UArts has enabled selected participants to move forward with their intended community service by creating a comparable in-house program: UArts Community Scholars. Our three scholars volunteer with a partner organization, keep track of his/her service hours, and upon successful completion of the expected hours, will receive a grant via institutional funds. Here, Cody, Joi and Tito share and reflect on their service experiences.
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