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By Admin1 (admin) on Saturday, November 30, 2002 - 5:37 pm: Edit Post

Breaking News - June, 2002



Special Report: Which Congressmen have signed on as co-sponsors to the Peace Corps Bill? June 30, 2002


Special Report: What you can do to help pass the new Peace Corps Bill June 30, 2002


Special Report: Report on the Peace Corps 40th plus one June 30, 2002


Peace Corps 40th plus one
A Photo Essay of the NPCA 40th plus one Closing Ceremonies at the Ampitheatre at Arlington Cemetery 27 June 2002
Corps veterans remember 24 June 2002
Party Forty! Better Late Than Never, the Peace Corps Marks a Milestone 24 June 2002
Alejandro Toledo cancels visit to United States - was to meet with US officials and keynote the Peace Corps 40th plus one 19 June 2002


Special Report: The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund June 27, 2002


The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund
A Wonderful Celebration, Except... 27 June 2002
RPCV John Coyne reports from the Hearings 26 June 2002
Peace Corps Fund plans to raise $100,000 24 June 2002
Returned Volunteers form the Peace Corps Fund 1 June


Special Report: Senator Chris Dodd holds Hearings on the New Peace Corps Legislation June 25, 2002


Senator Dodd holds Hearings on new PC Bill
Senator Dodd's Opening Statement: "We can begin to address the needs and challenges of today's and tomorrow's Peace Corps, so that it can continue to be relevant for the 21st century." 25 June 2002
Former Peace Corps Director Mark Schneider: "I strongly support the fundamental purpose of the Act" 25 June 2002
Peace Corps Director Gaddi Vasquez: "Collectively, we are all at the beginning stages of reviewing the legislation." 25 June 2002
NPCA President Dane Smith: The NPCA supports the bill and intends "to work hard for its passage" 25 June 2002
RPCV John Coyne: Senator Dodd, I join with other RPCVs in "thanking you for working to strengthen the Peace Corps" 25 June 2002
RPCV Barbara Ferris: "I speak in strong support of the Peace Corps Charter for the 21st Century Act." 25 June 2002


Peace Corps leaves Madagascar
Corps volunteer teaches, learns in Madagascar 24 June 2002
Peace Corps out of Madagascar 19 April
Peace Corps pulling out of Madagascar amidst sporadic fighting 14 April


New Appointments at PC HQ
Susana Duarte appointed to new position of Chief Compliance Officer at Peace Corps 20 June 2002
Marie Wheat appointed Peace Corps Director of Congressional Relations 17 June 2002
New Appointments at Peace Corps Headquarters 9 May


Peace Corps Enters East Timor
First Group of Peace Corps Volunteers Bound for East Timor 18 June 2002
Peace Corps opens Program in East Timor 24 May


RPCVs look at the Peace Corps Bill
Ken Hill: An Assessment of Proposed Peace Corps Legislation 17 June 2002
Joanne Roll: The Future of the Peace Corps is in the hands of Returned Volunteers. 17 June 2002
Colin Gallagher: Revision to Draft Legislation Require the Attention and Comment of RPCVs 17 June 2002


Peace Corps Closes in Baltics
Peace Corps Closing Programs in the Baltic States 17 June 2002
Peace Corps to leave the Baltics 9 May


Special Report: Exclusive: Senator Chris Dodd introducing new Peace Corps Legislation June 16, 2002


PC closes Slovakia Program
Peace Corps closes program in Slovakia 14 June 2002


NPCA 40th plus one Special Free Activities
Zoo Fest at the National Zoo on June 22 12 June 2002
Film Fest at National Zoo on June 22 12 June 2002
Come to the Peace Corps Flag Procession to Arlington Cemetery on June 23 1 June


UPI investigating Lariam
UPI wants to talk to RPVs about Lariam 5 June 2002
A Returned Volunteer looks at Larium 29 May 2002
Studies of PCVs found less than 1 in 13,000 had serious side-effects with Larium 12 June 2002
Lariam used by PCVs linked to Mental disorders, suicide (Part I) 21 May 2002
Lariam used by PCVs linked to Mental disorders, suicide (Part II) 21 May 2002


Forerunner of the Peace Corps
The IDPA: Forerunner of the Peace Corps 10 June 2002


PC Director travels to Africa
Peace Corps Director Meets with PCVs in Morocco 10 June 2002
Peace Corps Director travels to Morocco 8 June 2002
Peace Corps Director Meets with PCVs in Mauritania and Senegal 6 June 2002


Special Report: Use of anti-malarial drug Lariam June 6, 2002


The Fourth Goal of the Peace Corps
Why the Peace Corps needs a Fourth Goal 1 June
Read Sargent Shriver's Speech at Yale on the 4th Goal 15 November 2001


By Admin1 (admin) (pool-151-196-177-60.balt.east.verizon.net - 151.196.177.60) on Saturday, November 29, 2003 - 12:05 am: Edit Post



June 19, 2002: Health Concerns over Lariam

Health Concerns about Lariam

Senator Dodd introduces Peace Corps legislation

The IDPA: Forerunner of the PC




June 3, 2002: Shriver's Fourth Goal for the Peace Corps

Why the Peace Corps needs Shriver's 4th Goal

Returned Volunteers form the Peace Corps Fund

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By Admin1 (admin) (98.188.147.225) on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 - 1:42 pm: Edit Post

RPCV Matt Kopac writes a Badger in Benin...
RPCV Matt Kopac writes a Badger in Benin 1 June 2002



Friends of Morocco visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.( French...
Friends of Morocco visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.( French) 1 June 2002



Several DC-based former Peace Corps Volunteers, who decades later...
Several DC-based former Peace Corps Volunteers, who decades later still cherish their Moroccan friendships, experiences, and the enduring life-altering lessons learned in the cities and towns there, had a collective bright idea in early June 2002 1 June 2002



Empty-handed...
Empty-handed 1 June 2002



Peace Corps Announces New Strategy for Ukraine...
Peace Corps Announces New Strategy for Ukraine 1 June 2002



Mae Jemison built a dance studio in her home...
Mae Jemison built a dance studio in her home 1 June 2002



The Peace Corps Flag Procession to Arlington Cemetery...
The Peace Corps Flag Procession to Arlington Cemetery 1 June 2002



Carol Bellamy - A conversation on children...
Carol Bellamy - A conversation on children 1 June 2002



The Impact of the Peace Corps...
The Impact of the Peace Corps 1 June 2002



Singing on the Heavy Side of the World...
Singing on the Heavy Side of the World 1 June 2002



Bush Calls for Volunteer Army to Spot Danger...
Bush Calls for Volunteer Army to Spot Danger 1 June 2002



PCV Shirley Allison works in Nepal...
PCV Shirley Allison works in Nepal 2 June 2002



PCV Shirley Allison works in Nepal...
PCV Shirley Allison works in Nepal 2 June 2002



Peace Corps looking for notable RPCVs...
Peace Corps looking for notable RPCVs 3 June 2002



Peace Corps To Send Crisis Corps Volunteers to Mauritania...
Peace Corps To Send Crisis Corps Volunteers to Mauritania 3 June 2002



Year 02 Issue 12: June 3, 2002: Shriver's Fourth Goal...
Year 02 Issue 12: June 3, 2002: Shriver's Fourth Goal for the Peace Corps 3 June 2002



Visit to a PCV in the field...
Visit to a PCV in the field 4 June 2002



Panama RPCV Florence Reed formed organization to work in Reversing...
Panama RPCV Florence Reed formed organization to work in Reversing Rainforest Destruction and Poverty in Central America 4 June 2002



Swaziland RPCV Reed Hastings founds Netflix, works in education...
Swaziland RPCV Reed Hastings founds Netflix, works in education 4 June 2002



An RPCV returns to the floating markets of Thailand...
An RPCV returns to the floating markets of Thailand 5 June 2002



UPI investigating Lariam
UPI wants to talk to RPVs about Lariam 5 June 2002



Peace Corps Director Meets with Volunteers, Dignitaries in Mauritania and...
Peace Corps Director Meets with PCVs in Mauritania and Senegal 6 June 2002



Special Report: Use of anti-malarial drug Lariam...
Special Report: Use of anti-malarial drug Lariam 6 June 2002



Direct Relief International and Johnson & Johnson Join to Provide $10...
Direct Relief International and Johnson & Johnson Join to Provide $10 Million in Requested Medical Aid to Afghanistan 7 June 2002



Peace Corps opens young minds...
Peace Corps opens young minds 7 June 2002



Peace Corps Director in Morocco next week...
Peace Corps Director in Morocco next week 8 June 2002



PC Director travels to Africa
Peace Corps Director travels to Morocco 8 June 2002



RPCV owned Tour Company announces Black Culture Tour of Caribbean...
RPCV owned Tour Company announces Black Culture Tour of Caribbean Costa Rica and Panama 8 June 2002



Musician Mark Sheehy taught English in Moldova with the Peace...
Musician Mark Sheehy taught English in Moldova with the Peace Corps 9 June 2002



White House warmonger...
White House warmonger 9 June 2002



June 9, 2002: White House warmonger by Chris Matthews...
June 9, 2002: White House warmonger by Chris Matthews 9 June 2002



RPCVs read essays about their Peace Corps experience...
RPCVs read essays about their Peace Corps experience 10 June 2002



Forerunner of the Peace Corps
The IDPA: Forerunner of the Peace Corps 10 June 2002



Peace Corps Director Travels to Morocco, Meets with Volunteers...
Peace Corps Director Meets with PCVs in Morocco 10 June 2002



Thailand RPCV Michael J. Montesano writes about the Penang-Trang...
Thailand RPCV Michael J. Montesano writes about the Penang-Trang Connection 11 June 2002



Peru RPCV Fred Poses Sets Standard for Good Business...
Peru RPCV Fred Poses Sets Standard for Good Business 11 June 2002



NPCA 40th plus one Special Free Activities
Zoo Fest at the National Zoo on June 22 12 June 2002



Film Fest at National Zoo on June 22...
Film Fest at National Zoo on June 22 12 June 2002



Come to Zoo Fest and the Peace Corps Film Festival...
Come to Zoo Fest and the Peace Corps Film Festival this Saturday 12 June 2002



El Cuerpo de Paz busca voluntarios latinos...
El Cuerpo de Paz busca voluntarios latinos 12 June 2002



Studies of peace corps volunteers found less than 1 in...
Studies of PCVs found less than 1 in 13,000 had serious side-effects with Larium 12 June 2002



Senegal RPCV Dawn Spieth runs centers for science-based environmental...
Senegal RPCV Dawn Spieth runs centers for science-based environmental education 12 June 2002



Hibbard emails groups asking for support for Dodd legislation...
Hibbard emails groups asking for support for Dodd legislation 14 June 2002



PC closes Slovakia Program
Peace Corps closes program in Slovakia 14 June 2002



Peace Corps tradition continues with new generation of Carters...
Peace Corps tradition continues with new generation of Carters 14 June 2002



Bush urges grads to volunteer...
Bush urges grads to volunteer 15 June 2002



An RPCV looks at Kashmir...
An RPCV looks at Kashmir 15 June 2002



Peace Corps Bill: House Bill HR415...
Peace Corps Bill: House Bill HR415 16 June 2002



Kendal Weaver makes visit to Peace Corps daughter in El...
Kendal Weaver makes visit to Peace Corps daughter in El Salvador 16 June 2002



Special Report: Exclusive: Senator Chris Dodd intoduces new Peace Corps...
Special Report: Exclusive: Senator Chris Dodd intoduces new Peace Corps Legislation 16 June 2002



RPCV Congressman James Walsh a member of the "College of...
RPCV Congressman James Walsh a member of the "College of Cardinals" 16 June 2002



Peruvian President to Open Returned Peace Corps Anniversary Conference...
Peruvian President to Open Returned Peace Corps Anniversary Conference 17 June 2002



Peace Corps Closes Programs
Peace Corps Closing Programs in the Baltic States 17 June 2002



New Appointments at PC HQ
Marie Wheat appointed Peace Corps Director of Congressional Relations 17 June 2002



Big Brother, National Nanny...
Big Brother, National Nanny 17 June 2002



RPCVs look at the Peace Corps Bill
Ken Hill: An Assessment of Proposed Peace Corps Legislation 17 June 2002



Joanne Roll: The Future of the Peace Corps is in...
Joanne Roll: The Future of the Peace Corps is in the hands of Returned Volunteers. 17 June 2002



Colin Gallagher: Revision to Draft Legislation Require the Attention and...
Colin Gallagher: Revision to Draft Legislation Require the Attention and Comment of RPCVs 17 June 2002



Six Senior Staff Appointments at Peace Corps Washington...
Six Senior Staff Appointments at Peace Corps Washington 17 June 2002



Carter Shares Peace Corps Experiences...
Carter Shares Peace Corps Experiences 17 June 2002



Richard Holzman, a member of the first group of Peace...
Richard Holzman, a member of the first group of Peace Corps volunteers in 1961 and was cited by President Kennedy for his work in the Philippines, accepts contract with Southern Berkshire Regional School District 18 June 2002



Albert G. Sims was first executive director of university relations...
Albert G. Sims was first executive director of university relations at the Peace Corps 18 June 2002



The Lariam Controversy...
The Lariam Controversy 18 June 2002



Peace Corps Enters East Timor
First Group of Peace Corps Volunteers Bound for East Timor 18 June 2002



NPCA Perspectives on the "Peace Corps Charter for the 21st...
NPCA Perspectives on the "Peace Corps Charter for the 21st Century" 18 June 2002



Geekcorps tries the dot-com model in Africa...
Geekcorps tries the dot-com model in Africa 18 June 2002



Punishment...
Punishment 19 June 2002



Peace Corps 40th plus one
Alejandro Toledo cancels visit to United States - was to meet with US officials and keynote the Peace Corps 40th plus one 19 June 2002



A PC Staffer Returns to Afghanistan...
A PC Staffer Returns to Afghanistan 19 June 2002



RPCV David Grant sings about Peace Corps...
RPCV David Grant sings about Peace Corps 19 June 2002



Year 02 Issue 13: June 19, 2002: Health Concerns over...
Year 02 Issue 13: June 19, 2002: Health Concerns over Lariam 19 June 2002



Celebrating the Peace Corps in Colombia, 1961-1981...
Celebrating the Peace Corps in Colombia, 1961-1981 20 June 2002



Susana Duarte appointed to new position of Chief Compliance Officer...
Susana Duarte appointed to new position of Chief Compliance Officer at Peace Corps 20 June 2002



Dodd, Farr, Udall announce legislation to expand Peace Corps, affirms...
Dodd, Farr, Udall announce legislation to expand Peace Corps, affirms its independence 20 June 2002



Iran RPCV Floyd Griggs was at school for 32 years...
Iran RPCV Floyd Griggs was at school for 32 years 22 June 2002



Volunteer keeps torch burning for Peace Corps...
Volunteer keeps torch burning for Peace Corps 22 June 2002



For the Peace Corps Fallen...
For the Peace Corps Fallen 23 June 2002



Reading is fundamental relief effort in Ghana...
Reading is fundamental relief effort in Ghana 23 June 2002



Corps veterans remember...
Corps veterans remember 24 June 2002



Party Forty! Better Late Than Never, the Peace Corps Marks...
Party Forty! Better Late Than Never, the Peace Corps Marks a Milestone 24 June 2002



Peace Corps volunteer teaches, learns in Madagascar...
Peace Corps volunteer teaches, learns in Madagascar 24 June 2002



Americans Think They're Envy of the World...
Americans Think They're Envy of the World 24 June 2002



Peace Corps Fund plans to raise $100,000...
Peace Corps Fund plans to raise $100,000 24 June 2002



RPCV Jena Sibille wins People's Choice Award with Art inspired...
RPCV Jena Sibille wins People's Choice Award with Art inspired in Papua New Guinea 25 June 2002



Special Report: Senator Chris Dodd holds Hearings on the New...
Special Report: Senator Chris Dodd holds Hearings on the New Peace Corps Legislation 25 June 2002



RPCVs lobby for new Peace Corps Bill
What you can do to help make this bill become a law 25 June 2002



Senator Dodd holds Hearings on new PC Bill
Former Peace Corps Director Mark Schneider: "I strongly support the fundamental purpose of the Act" 25 June 2002



Senator Dodd's Opening Statement: "We can begin to address the...
Senator Dodd's Opening Statement: "We can begin to address the needs and challenges of today's and tomorrow's Peace Corps, so that it can continue to be relevant for the 21st century." 25 June 2002



RPCV John Coyne: Senator Dodd, I join with other RPCVs...
RPCV John Coyne: Senator Dodd, I join with other RPCVs in "thanking you for working to strengthen the Peace Corps" 25 June 2002



NPCA President Dane Smith: The NPCA supports the bill and...
NPCA President Dane Smith: The NPCA supports the bill and intends "to work hard for its passage" 25 June 2002



RPCV Barbara Ferris: "I speak in strong support of the...
RPCV Barbara Ferris: "I speak in strong support of the Peace Corps Charter for the 21st Century Act." 25 June 2002



Peace Corps Director Gaddi Vasquez: "Collectively, we are all at...
Peace Corps Director Gaddi Vasquez: "Collectively, we are all at the beginning stages of reviewing the legislation." 25 June 2002



RPCV wins People's Choice Award with Art inspired in New...
RPCV wins People's Choice Award with Art inspired in New Guinea 25 June 2002



The Senate Hearings on the new Peace Corps Legislation...
The Senate Hearings on the new Peace Corps Legislation 25 June 2002



Peace Corps Bill: Senate Bill S2667...
Peace Corps Bill: Senate Bill S2667 26 June 2002



In Senegal, a victory ; RPCV Molly Melching's effort against genital...
In Senegal, a victory ; RPCV Molly Melching's effort against genital cutting beginning to make headway 26 June 2002



RPCV John Coyne reports from the Hearings...
RPCV John Coyne reports from the Hearings 26 June 2002



Peace Corps proposals discussed...
Peace Corps proposals discussed 26 June 2002



The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund
A Wonderful Celebration, Except... - An op-ed by Chic Dambach 27 June 2002



Agroforestry in Tanzania by RPCV Kevin Lombard...
Agroforestry in Tanzania by RPCV Kevin Lombard 27 June 2002



A Photo Essay of the NPCA 40th plus one Closing...
A Photo Essay of the NPCA 40th plus one Closing Ceremonies at the Ampitheatre at Arlington Cemetery 27 June 2002



Peace Corps Celebrates 40th Anniversary...
Peace Corps Celebrates 40th Anniversary 27 June 2002



Background on the Debate over the Peace Corps Fund...
Background on the Debate over the Peace Corps Fund 27 June 2002



Celestial Seasoning - Former Ohio governor set to take the helm...
Celestial Seasoning - Former Ohio governor set to take the helm at CC 27 June 2002



The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund...
The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund 27 June 2002



The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund
A Wonderful Celebration, Except... 27 June 2002



Special Report: The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund...
Special Report: The Debate over the Peace Corps Fund 27 June 2002



Jason Carter Discusses South Africa...
Jason Carter Discusses South Africa 27 June 2002



Ron Schaefer served his two-year commitment in Afghanistan...
Ron Schaefer served his two-year commitment in Afghanistan 28 June 2002



Director Vasquez Outlines Peace Corps Strategy
Peace Corps Director Outlines Agency's Strategy for 21st Century 28 June 2002



NPCA Award Winner Chakunga Sibale is seeking to raise awareness...
NPCA Award Winner Chakunga Sibale is seeking to raise awareness and funds for children orphaned by AIDS in Malawi 28 June 2002



Namibia RPCV Toddre Monier helps women walk on wild side...
Namibia RPCV Toddre Monier helps women walk on wild side in comfort 29 June 2002



Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who served in Afghanisan meet in...
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who served in Afghanisan meet in Wisconsin 30 June 2002



Report on the Peace Corps 40th plus one...
Report on the Peace Corps 40th plus one 30 June 2002



Special Report: What you can do to help pass the...
Special Report: What you can do to help pass the new Peace Corps Bill 30 June 2002



Special Report: Which Congressmen have signed on as co-sponsors...
Special Report: Which Congressmen have signed on as co-sponsors to the Peace Corps Bill? 30 June 2002



Help pass the new Peace Corps Bill...
Help pass the new Peace Corps Bill 30 June 2002



Special Report: Report on the Peace Corps 40th plus one...
Special Report: Report on the Peace Corps 40th plus one 30 June 2002



What you can do to help pass the Peace Corps...
What you can do to help pass the Peace Corps Bill 30 June 2002