Overview In 2003, NC Campus Compact implemented its AmeriCorps*VISTA Program, which matches AmeriCorps*VISTA members with member campuses in order to support their civic missions and community engagement programs. The program has rapidly expanded since its inaugural year. Starting with just five members in the summer of 2003, we quickly gained two new members in January 2004 and six more in July 2004. By 2007, the NC Campus Compact VISTA program grew to 22 members. Our program has grown yet again with 26 VISTAs serving at different colleges and universities during the 2008-09 year.
Throughout the state, NC Campus Compact VISTA members are hard at work strengthening existing or germinating programs so that they are sustainable and effective; mobilizing and empowering students, staff, and faculty as volunteers and engaged citizens; and furthering the civic mission of higher education. Yet the day-to-day work functions and specified outcomes vary according to the host campus’ needs. By hosting a NC Campus Compact VISTA, member campuses are able to augment their resources and infrastructure and create sustainable programs that will extend beyond the VISTA member’s term of commitment.
