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Orientation Assistants & Student Leaders

• Introduce entering undergraduate students to the opportunities and responsibilities of academic life at the University;
• Integrate entering students into life at the University by connecting them to other students, faculty and administrators, and by familiarizing them with the University's physical facilities;
• Introduce students to university resources; and
• Familiarize parents of new students with the University experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good academic standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 - Orientation Assistants, 2.0 - Student Leaders
• Good disciplinary standing
• Upperclassman by the Fall semester
• Knowledgeable of and committed to the mission and goals of the University
• Leadership potential, professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and willingness to take initiative
• Positive attitude, high energy level, knowledge of and enthusiasm for the University
• Good teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of team members, students, and parents
• Desire to learn about the University's community, programs, resources, policies, and procedures
• Flexibility, responsibility, respectful, and willingness to assist others

Roles and Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in summer and fall training sessions
• Serve as a positive representative of the University to new students and their guests
• Answer questions about both social and academic aspects of University life
• Be knowledgeable and assist students with online registration procedures and answer basic questions
• Facilitate small group interactions on various topics, including course enrollment and student life issues
• Work closely and cooperate with other Orientation Assistants and Basic Academic Services faculty and staff to develop, prepare, implement, and evaluate Orientation programs
• Provide administrative support for the program, including preparation of Orientation materials
• Work with Basic Academic Services faculty and staff to assist with and support all aspects of the Orientation program, including Move-In Day and Fall Orientation

**Orientation Assistants will also be expected to work Tuesdays and/or Thursdays (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) in the Fall and Thursdays only (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) in the Spring during Freshman Laboratory.**

For more information, contact Annette D. Fields, Instructor/Counselor at (870) 575-877.

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