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Artist Stories

ArtistCorps provides arts-based service in under-resourced Title 1 schools and community centers as part of UNCSA's commitment to sparking a lifetime of creative thinking, innovative problem-solving, and powerful self-expression with our communities.

Here, ArtistCorps members share stories of their service.

Recent Stories

ArtistCorps Alumni Stories: Sarah VanSkike

Sarah VanSkike served in ArtistCorps while pursuing her master's degree in Flute Performance. Check out what she's up to as an instrument repair technician in the Chicago area!

ArtistCorps Alumni Stories: Brandon Woods

Brandon Woods served in ArtistCorps in 2015-2016 while pursuing his bachelor's degree in dance. His art has taken him around the world, and now to New York City.

Mr. Pollard's Fifth Grade Class

Charlie Herndon is impressed with his 5th grade students' film knowledge.

Why Are You Really Crying?

It's easy to label a student as disruptive and then never give it thought again.

The Flower Dance

During one of my services at Moore Elementary School, I was getting ready to teach our third grade class a new dance about the phases of flower growth. This was my first time introducing phrase work to this class so I was unsure about how it would go.

Melissa Upton teaches music with bananas

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Making a Difference

Even after just a few weeks of teaching violin to Pre-K students, violinist Marina Zimmermann has noticed increased focus and capacity to learn among her students.

Happy Birthday to Sally

Domantas Karalius, a D&P graduate student, serves with the Music Between Us program at the Williams Adult Day Center, engaging with through music with people with dementia. On Sally's 95th birthday, he took a moment to reflect on how her positivity and enthusiasm has inspired him.

Bad Kids

All kids have unlimited potential. Madeline Burgin has learned that it takes compassion and empathy to help them realize that potential.