A Message from the Coordinator
First of all, I hope all of you are finding your balance in the ever-shifting realities of the Covid19 pandemic, both in your academic and personal lives. Peace Corps is making its own adjustments, with volunteers’ service being temporarily suspended in the interests of health and safety, but will resume normal operations once conditions permit. You can read more on Peace Corps' Covid19 Updates page.
In the meantime, I am (virtually) available to talk to those of you with interests in the Peace Corps, whether you are just curious about the experience or strongly considering applying. Since even under normal conditions the application process takes 6-9 months, this is a good time to explore what Peace Corps life is like and what opportunities might be a good match for you. Check out some of our campus events below, which often have a 'local-global' approach, or explore the many resources on the Peace Corps website itself.
Laura Joseph, RPCV Benin, peacecorps@osu.edu
Office hours:Thursdays from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, or by appointment.
"The toughest job you'll ever love": Peace Corps basics and opportunities
Learn about Peace Corps through the experiences of volunteers with connections to Ohio State in this short video.
+Service: Explore National and International Service Programs
Join with representatives of Peace Corps, Americorps, Urban Teachers, City Year and Teach for America to learn how each program works for positive impact, and compare similarities and differences in their service programs. The panel discussion will be on Wednesday, February 24th, from 5-6:00 pm.
Register here: +Service: Explore National and International Service Programs
Information Session: The Peace Corps Experience and Job Opportunities
Learn about international public service through the Peace Corps in positions promoting Education, Agriculture, Health, Environment, Economic and Youth Development, including its impacts and benefits, as well as how to become a competitive applicant.
Wednesday, March 3rd, from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://osu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYrcu6hrTwiG9Il1ez0ywMilAw3lrDrwljE
For more information contact Laura Joseph, OSU Peace Corps Recruiter, at peacecorps@osu.edu.
Peace Corps Environment Programs: CFAES Faculty share their Volunteer Experiences
Hear about the Peace Corps experiences of four CFAES faculty in this webinar held on February 10th, 2021. Featured are Matt Hamilton (Paraguay, 2005-2007), Susan Burks (Guatemala 1991-1993), Scott Demyan (Armenia 2006-2008), and Darren Drewry (Mauritania 1996-1998).
Ohio State University ranks among top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2020
There are 62 Buckeyes currently volunteering in countries around the world.The university held strong at its No. 6 spot from last year’s ranking on the annual list. Consistently ranked in the top 10 for the last eight years, Buckeyes have shown their commitment to helping people in interested countries meet their need for trained men and women. The university is among three Ohio schools on the list this year. “Everything I have done during the last two and a half years as a volunteer in central Peru has been possible because of the amazing education and opportunities that I received at Ohio State,” said Shelby Crosier, a health education volunteer. Read more