UTC's Americorps program was recently awarded $409,230 from the Tennessee Corporation for National and Community Service to continue operations in fiscal year 2002-03. UTC's program is one of only nine programs funded in Tennessee this year. With Ms. Gwen Williams as director, Americorps provides college students with opportunities to earn money and credits for college tuition through their services in Hamilton County schools. AmeriCorps members tutor students at-risk students in K-3 in reading and, since its beginning, the program has shown a steady increase in reading scores. AmeriCorps members provide one-on-one tutoring as well as mentoring and assisting with school performances, book fairs and carnivals. Congratulations to Ms. Williams on the continued success of this program which benefits so many students in the Hamilton County area. Diane Miller Director Office of Grants and Program Review/Dept 4905 University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 615 McCallie Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37403 TELEPHONE: 423-755-4431 FAX: 423-755-4052 EMAIL: [log in to unmask] WEBSITE: http://www.utc.edu/Grants-and-Research/