The newest members of the University of New Mexico Service Corps (UNMSC) will take their initial oath of office and returning corps members will renew their oath before Lt. Governor Diane Denish, Thursday, Oct. 20, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
President Louis Caldera will host the event at University House. Caldera and Denish will speak to corps members and their families and will be sworn in as ex-officio members. A light lunch will be served as part of this noon hour event.
UNMSC is the campus-based AmeriCorps program. Consisting of UNM and TVI students, the organization serves throughout the Albuquerque community. About 50 corps members work primarily in after school, K-6 literacy programs and support programs of the Albuquerque Community Learning Centers. UNMSC is in its 9th year of existence and has performed thousands of hours of service to Albuquerque and the surrounding area.
UNMSC is dedicated to programs that promote positive youth development and leadership for elementary, middle and high school aged youth. Its programs promote a love for learning through literacy and service learning that meets the local community interest and needs.
Note to news media: Please contact Greg Johnston at 277-1816 or gregj@unm.edu to confirm your attendance.
Posted by scarr at October 17, 2005 04:19 PM