Deshawna Jones of Upper Marlboro Recognized for Service to Community through ECHOSTARS Program

2016 Aug 3

In May, Frostburg State University recognized Deshawna Jones of Upper Marlboro, MD, for Service to Community through participation in the ECHOSTARS (Empowering Community, Helping Others, Service Through Action, Resources and Sustainability) Volunteer Program.

ECHOSTARS is a living, learning and serving experience for Frostburg students committed to making a change in their community. Each year, ECHOSTARS contribute more than 20,000 hours of service to the campus and Western Maryland community.

Participants become part-time members of the AmeriCorps national service project and work closely with full-time AmeriCorps volunteers. Through their service, ECHOSTARS grow into campus and community leaders, empowered with the skills to organize and energize community members in order to enact positive change.

Jones was also presented with an AmeriCorps cord to be worn during Commencement, denoting a lasting commitment to national and community service

In total, 23 ECHOSTARS Program graduates were recognized for their Service to Community.