AmeriCorps VISTAS

Patrick Lynch

Patrick Lynch is working as the Education Outreach and Student Program Coordinator with OVCS.

Patrick graduated from Connecticut College in May, 2012, where he majored in government. As a student, he spent time tutoring in the New London public school system, assisted in the New London City Clerk’s office, was a REACH mentor and an executive board member of Students Organized Against Racism (SOAR).

With friends and family in the community, New London has always been an important part of his life. He will continue to build his connection with the area and encourage students to be active citizens.

Brigida Palatino

Continuing her passion for community engagement and athletics, proud Camel Brigida Palatino is working as the Health and Education Outreach Program Coordinator with OVCS. She graduated from Connecticut College in May, 2012, as a Psi Chi psychology honor society member with degrees in psychology and environmental studies.

Since her freshman year, she has been heavily involved with OVCS as a community site driver and volunteer for the Kids, Books and Athletics (KBA) program – coordinating the program her senior year. In addition to playing for the women’s soccer team, she ran for outdoor track & field and was an active member of various environmental clubs.