Touts Class of 2020: As Campuses Go Online, Gap Years Beckon Americorps programs like the National Civilian Community Corps engage more than 75,000 members annually, a substantial portion of whom are participating in gap years. (Getty Images) By Kevin Mahnken August 6, 2020 Untangle Your Mind! Sign up for our free newsletter and start your day with in-depth reporting on the latest topics in education. Sign Up Most Popular