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Yale University President's Public Service Fellows enjoy a boat tour of the New Haven coastline aboard the Quinnipiack Schooner.
Directory of Placement Possibilities
Below is a list of accepted Fellowship sites for the Summer of 2008 along with a short description of the agency and proposed project. Proposals have been categorized into four areas: Community Service, Children/Youth programs, Business & Administration, and Arts & Entertainment. However, please note that these are broad categories and that many placements have secondary duties that could fall under other categories. Click on the agency name to view the full proposal for that agency.
For further information on an agency, please go directly to their website. Links are provided at the end of each application. Should you have any trouble viewing the documents below (in Microsoft Word format), please try accessing them from one of Yale's computer clusters.
Placement sites for the Summer of 2008:
PLACEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE COMPONENTS
All Our Kin is a New Haven-based non-profit dedicated to educating and empowering parents and teachers, giving families child care choices, and expanding access to high-quality early care and education. The President’s Public Service Fellow will help to coordinate a campaign to provide affordable health insurance coverage to family child care providers and their families www.allourkin.org
Casa Latina Family Education and Resource Center provides a number of educational and technical services to the community. Casa Latina hopes to strengthen the Hispanic community through academic pursuits, assistance, and hands-on training. Summer fellow work will include after school academic & enrichment programs, GED & ESL courses, playgroups for young children, computer training, and legal assistance among other activities. www.casaotonal.org
Casa Otoñal's mission is to create a community that functions as an extended family, providing a range of housing, social, educational and cultural services to elders, families and children, with a focus on strengthening the Hispanic community. The fellow will work directly with the “Casa Primavera” initiative which hopes to provide family child care support services for infants through age 5 and to create opportunities for the current participants in the Casa Otoñal Training Program in Child Development to practice the learning they have acquired. www.casaotonal.org
CitySeed runs a network of 4 farmers’ markets in 4 different neighborhoods in New Haven and implements a number of related projects, such as the Fair Haven Community Supported Market (CSM). The Fellow will help with many management aspects including a marketing campaign for their food stamp program and the management of one market. www.cityseed.org
City of New Haven Public Library
The New Haven Free Public Library serves as a resource for information, self education and recreation to the residents of the City of New Haven. It lends books, offers reference services and provides computer access through its Main Library and four branch libraries. The library offered over 3,000 programs for children, teens and adults last year. The Fellow will have the opportunity to select different projects from administration to coordinating programs. www.cityofnewhaven.com/library
JUNTA for Progressive Action is New Haven’s oldest Latino community based organization. Its mission is to provide services, programs and advocacy that improve the social, political and economic conditions of the Latino community in Greater New Haven. The fellow would work primarily in the area of economic development which now includes a financial literacy program, a micro-micro loan program, an employment program, tax preparation services, and the Workers’ Rights Initiative. www.juntainc.org
Jerome N. Frank Legal Services
The Jerome N. Frank Legal Services Organization (LSO) links law students with individuals and organizations in need of legal help who cannot afford private attorneys. The law intern work will work on existing cases on behalf of community groups and low-income individuals in the Law School clinical program www.law.yale.edu/academics/JeromeNFrankLSO.asp
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven is a nonprofit, community-based organization that features affordable housing development, housing rehabilitation assistance, and community support services throughout the City of New Haven. NHS strives to provide the Yale Fellow with an in-depth awareness of how a nonprofit community development corporation operates.
New Haven Department of Police Service
The New Haven Police Department and the Neighborhood Services Unit provides public education to area residents, businesses, and churches and also supports 350 neighborhood block watches involving thousands of citizens throughout New Haven. The fellow will work directly in the Neighborhood Services Unit of the police department assisting with various crime prevention and community building projects.
New Haven Ecology Project (Placement 1)
New Haven Ecology Project is home to a charter high school and a non-profit urban farm and environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested hiking trails, wildlife and diverse natural habitats, and a working organic farm that includes production and education gardens and a variety of farm animals. The primary work of the Yale Fellow will be to assist in maintaining the one-acre organic farm and to develop marketing, consumer education, and outreach strategies to be implemented at the Sunday Farmer’s Market. www.nhep.com
URI is a not for profit university partnership whose mission is to foster community based land stewardship, promote environmental education and advance the practice of urban forestry. URI's work ranges from local initiatives to national programs. The fellow will work with the Community Greenspace Program which collaborates with New Haven residents to restore and revitalize communities though greening www.yale.edu/uri/partnerships/partnerships.html
YUDW provides a forum for faculty and students from the School of Architecture, as well as other professional schools at Yale, to engage in the study of issues, ideas, and practical problems in the field of urban design. Since its founding in 1992, the YUDW has worked with communities, providing planning and design assistance on projects ranging from economic development strategies and community visions to the design of public spaces and streetscapes. www.architecture.yale.edu/UDW
Westville Village Renaissance Alliance
The Westville Village Renaissance Alliance is a volunteer-driven, grassroots organization founded by the Westville residents and friends who created the Westville Village Annual ArtWalk in 1997. WVRA seeks to revitalize, foster and sustain a vibrant Westville neighborhood and recognizes the importance of preserving and promoting historic commercial Westville center as an important contributing factor in the overall economic and cultural future of greater New Haven.
WORKING WITH AND MANAGING PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH (Includes teaching opportunities)
United Way of Greater New Haven envisions a diverse and vibrant region in which people are connected to one another and to opportunities for continuous learning and economic well-being. United Way brings together the caring power of people to create change in our region and to improve lives. www.bgcnewhaven.org
Breakthrough New Haven is a tuition free, year-round program of education and advocacy for high potential middle school students from New Haven’s public and parochial schools who come from backgrounds of limited economic and educational opportunities. The project mission is to prepare middle school students for academic excellence and placement in college preparatory high school programs.
www.breakthroughcollaborative.org
Christian Community Action (CCA) is an ecumenical social service organization that expresses faithful witness though providing emergency food, housing and support to those who are poor in New Haven. The Fellow will help with the latter through aiding in the management of their programs with children. www.ccahelping.org
The mission of the Connecticut Children’s Museum is to provide all children, their families and teachers with innovative and inclusive educational programs and learning opportunities. Supporting community-wide early childhood education and the development of early literacy competency are two driving forces of the Museum’s strategy. www.connecticutchildrensmuseum.org
Dixwell-Yale Community Learning Center
DYCLC is an initiative of the Yale Office of New Haven & State Affairs beginning in 2006. The DYCLC is a facility for residents of Dixwell and primarily focuses on youth through educational programming. The mission of the DYCLC is to provide educational programs for Dixwell residents, to cultivate scholastic achievement, and strengthen the social and economic conditions of Dixwell.
www.yale.edu/dixwellyale/index.html
The Eli Whitney Museum was established in 1979 as a not-for-profit historic site and educational organization. The Eli Whitney Museum is an experimental learning workshop for students, teachers, and families. Fellows will be in charge of hour teaching sessions that innovatively help students learn.
Footebridge is collaboration between Foote School and the New Haven Public Schools combining a comprehensive summer program for public school kindergartners and first graders with teacher training in curriculum development, classroom management, and all aspects of literacy instruction. Children are chosen by lottery and invited to spend two six-week summer sessions on the Foote campus.
New Haven Ecology Project (Placement 2)
New Haven Ecology Project is home to a charter high school and a non-profit urban farm and environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested hiking trails, wildlife and diverse natural habitats, and a working organic farm that includes production and education gardens and a variety of farm animals. The primary work of the Yale Fellow will be to serve as one of the lead camp counselors for either the 6-8 or 9-12 year old age group. www.nhep.com
New Haven Parks, Recreation, and Trees
The outdoor adventure program, and the ranger program, offers unique, challenging, safe and fun learning experiences for children, youth and adults. The Goal is to foster an appreciation of local resources by providing truly amazing exposure to bio-diversity and outdoor adventure activities. Fellows will work mostly with the summer camps and the public outdoor adventure program.
New Haven Reads is a City initiative to galvanize a coalition of local agencies and literacy organizations dedicated to raising public awareness about the power of reading. The Book Bank serves as a central point for the collection and distribution of new and gently-used books. It is also the center of a great tutoring program.
www.cityofnewhaven.com/library/nhreads
Solar Youth, Inc. is a local youth development and environmental education organization. Solar Youth’s mission is to provide opportunities for young people to develop a positive sense of self and connection and commitment to others through programs that incorporate environmental exploration, leadership and community service. www.solaryouth.org
Yale Science Collaborative Hands On Learning And Research
S.C.H.O.L.A.R. is a three-week academic summer residential program for New Haven students from Hill Regional Career high school, entering grades 10 through 12. Sixty-five students stay Sunday through Thursday on the Yale University campus and study in Yale's libraries and laboratories. Fellows will help organize the program, coordinate the program during the three weeks, and analyze results at the end of the summer. www.yale.edu/onhsa/scholar1.htm
BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION RELATED PLACEMENTS
City of New Haven, Office of Economic Development (Two positions available)
The Office of Economic Development promotes economic development within the City of New Haven through projects that include downtown development, housing, harbor development, and neighborhood development. Fellows will be assigned research tasks on specific business and development issues. www.cityofnewhaven.com/EconomicDevelopment
City of New Haven Chief Administrator’s Office
The Chief Administrator’s Office implements the Mayor's policies, coordinates interdepartmental activities of City agencies providing public services and oversees the following public service agencies: Engineering, Fire, Human Resources, Library, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Public Works. The fellow would engage in public safety efforts overseeing Police, Fire, Health and other emergency responses within the City, planning and implementation of initiatives to obtain non-city funding.
www.cityofnewhaven.com/ChiefAdministrator
City of New Haven Livable City Initiative
The Livable City Initiative, the City of New Haven’s housing department, is embarking on affordable housing developments in an effort to set a higher sustainable construction standard for affordable housing. The Administrative Division creates ownership and rental housing for low- to moderate-income families as well as some mixed income projects through the administration of federal, state and local funds.
www.cityofnewhaven.com/LivableCity/index.asp
City of New Haven City Plan Department (Position 1 and Position 2)
The City Plan Department facilitates the physical development of the City and encourages the development of sustainable land use, economic and social policy. The City of New Haven seeks two Fellows interested in site planning and zoning to assist the City Plan Commission with new development in the City.
www.cityofnewhaven.com/CityPlan/index.asp
CAPA at Shubert ( Placement 1)
CAPA aims to bring the world to the stage, enrich lives and create a community. CAPA was founded in 1969 and has achieved international recognition over the past three decades for the diversity of its performing arts and entertainment programming, its dramatic restoration of historic theatres and its contributions to quality of life and vibrant downtowns. The Fellow will assist with the execution of the marketing, promotions and publicity initiatives of the Shubert Theater as it relates to CAPA presentations and shared-services projects for other New Haven arts organizations.
CAPA at Shubert ( Placement 2)
CAPA aims to bring the world to the stage, enrich lives and create a community. CAPA was founded in 1969 and has achieved international recognition over the past three decades for the diversity of its performing arts and entertainment programming, its dramatic restoration of historic theatres and its contributions to quality of life and vibrant downtowns. The Fellow will assist with the execution of the Development department activities and initiatives of the Shubert Theater. Working with the Director of Development and the Education and Outreach Coordinator. www.capa.com/newhaven
It is the mission of Empower New Haven to facilitate or create practices and processes that provide sustainable measurable improvements in the economic status and quality of life of individuals, families and businesses within the Empowerment Zone communities. The population served through Empower is in New Haven’s most distressed communities which, as a result of our partnerships are experiencing a renaissance. www.empowernewhaven.org
Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the GNHCC is to provide leadership in marshalling the physical, economic, and human resources of the south central Connecticut region for its effective development as a favorable place to operate a business, a desirable place to work, and an attractive place to live. www.gnhcc.com
Hill Health Center is the first community health center founded in Connecticut (December 1968) and has 18 locations located. HHC provides a continuum of care from primary care to mental health to substance abuse treatment to enabling services such as case management and transportation to persons regardless of their income, insurance status, or immigration status. Fellows will primarily work writing and developing grants at HHC. www.hillhealthcenter.com
Town Green Special Services District (TGSSD)
The Town Green Special Services District’s mission is to improve ownership values and the urban appeal of Downtown New Haven for the betterment of Greater New Haven. Since its inception in 1996, the Town Green has operated an ambitious cleaning and landscaping program, “Downtown Ambassador” guide service, cooperative retail and restaurant promotions, and other projects to foster a clean, safe and vibrant downtown. www.INFONewHaven.com
ARTS OR ENTERTAINMENT CENTERED PROJECTS
The overall goal of ArtSpace: ArtMart is to develop a non-profit retail and education program for artwork, artist-made and designed products and commissioned creative services. The Fellow will be responsible for all aspects of the program’s development; initiating with the market research through to the plan implementation and public launch. www.artspacenh.org
The Arts Council of Greater New Haven
The Arts Council of Greater New Haven leads in strategic planning coordination of cultural and artistic development vital to the quality of life and the economic and social health of the region. The Public Service Fellow will work with the Council staff to carry out assignments that address this mission including the planning and carryout out of the Audubon Arts on the Edge Festival in June. www.newhavenarts.org
Creative Arts Workshop is a non-profit community art center devoted to fostering creativity through participation in and appreciation of the visual arts. The facility holds a community art school with spacious, fully equipped studios and two exhibition spaces. www.creativeartsworkshop.org
International Festival of Arts & Ideas New Haven
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas was created in 1996 as a citywide celebration with two goals: to stimulate social cohesion and economic regeneration through a program of arts and humanities of the highest caliber. The Festival program includes theater, music, dance, film, literature, the visual arts and a thought-provoking Ideas program. The Fellow will help implement the marketing and public relations plans for the 2007 Festival. www.artidea.org
Office of Cultural Affairs, City of New Haven
The mission of the Office of Cultural Affairs is to improve the quality of life in New Haven and to support the economic development of the City by assisting, promoting and encouraging artists, arts and cultural organizations and events in New Haven. The Fellow will work to identify public art throughout New Haven including planning a large scale signature public art event, help produce both large scale events, such as the Fourth of July, and neighborhood events such as movie nights, concerts, and block parties. www.cityofnewhaven.com/EconomicDevelopment/CulturalAffairs.asp
Yale Repertory Theatre/ Yale School of Drama
The Dwight/Edgewood Project (D/EP) is a community outreach program started in 1995 by Yale School of Drama in concert with its professional theatre, Yale Repertory Theatre. Modeled after New York City's acclaimed 52nd Street Project, D/EP pairs children in grades 5-7 one-on-one with students from the Yale School of Drama in an intensive theater mentorship program designed to provide the participants with an experience of success and empowerment through the arts on the Yale School of Drama campus.
www.yalerep.org; www.yale.edu/drama
