Baker coordinates AmeriCorps activities and recently completed two years of service at Dismas House, a residential program for former prisoners and college students. Much more than a service program, AmeriCorps is a movement to unite volunteers, who make a difference in the lives of those they assist. Many of the placements can accommodate a student's schedule and provide both a living allowance and an Education Award from AmeriCorps. Recent college graduates may apply for Holy Cross Associate positions in which everything is provided and covered. Applications for one-year domestic placements will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 22, 2000.
Volunteers can also serve a two-year program in Chile.
However, that application deadline already passed. If any student feels a call to service, it would be worthwhile to check it out.