Opportunities for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers New to U of A

July 17, 2019

Opportunities for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers New to U of A

Are you a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer new to the University of Arkansas campus and NWA? If you would like to find out ways in which to reach out and connect with other RPCVs in the area, please contact the University of Arkansas' RPCV coordinator, Andrew Van Lew.

Opportunities include participating in local RPCV social events and gatherings, mentoring students through the U of A's own Peace Corps Certificate Program and much more.

Contacts

Andrew VanLew, international student advisor
International Students and Scholars
479-575-8434, vanlew@uark.edu

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