Online Orientation Leader Application

Selected Orientation Leaders will be used to assist with the organization and implementation of the fall 2013 Orientation Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ORIENTATION LEADER INCLUDE:

Good academic (minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA) and judicial standing, maintained throughout spring/summer 2013.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills which include: ability to provide leadership to fellow staff, ability to speak to large groups and and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to take initiative with staff duties and projects.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and positively in a team environment.
Possess a positive attitude throughout the New Student Orientation program.
Possess a strong desire to represent Western State Colorado University and be a role model for Orientation leaders and program participants.
Be available for approximately 30 hours of training in March and April 2013.
Available to work for the entire fall Orientation, training and Week of Welcome in August 2013.

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Name (Required)

Student number (Required)

This is your six-digit WSC student ID number. You do NOT type "stu" before the number.

Cell phone number

Please use (xxx) xxx-xxxx format.

Campus or local address (Required)

Your E-Mail Address (Required)

ACADEMIC INFORMATION: (Required)

What is your intended Major/Minor?

Classification (Required)

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

Cumulative Grade Point Average (Required)

e.g. 3.0 or 2.79

Career Interests/Goals (Required)

PERSONAL STATEMENTS:

In a brief paragraph, describe why you would be the best candidate for the position. (Required)

Why do you want to work as part of WSCU’s Orientation team? (Required)

Identify three (3) personal strengths that will contribute to your effectiveness as an Orientation leader. (Required)

In what ways are you a good representation of WSCU? (Required)

In your own orientation to college, what were some of the most beneficial experiences for you? (Required)

Describe the most memorable activity(s) you have participated in at WSCU. (Required)

What role do you believe Orientation plays at WSCU and why is it important for incoming and transfer students? (Required)

What four (4) pieces of advice would you give to a new WSCU student? (Required)

RESUME:

PLEASE ATTACH A RESUME THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING: • Campus involvement • Leadership experience • Employment history • Special skills/training (leadership, CPR etc.) If you have this file available, you may upload your resume here. Otherwise, please bring it to the LEAD & Orientation Office in University Center 118 or email it to: orientation@western.edu.

You may also list this information here.

REFERENCE INFORMATION: (Required)

List the names of two individuals who will submit references for you. At least one of these individuals should be a campus faculty/staff member or your advisor. After the Orientation office receives this application, we will send an email link to these individuals so they may either complete an online reference or download a PDF. Also, as a courtesy to these individuals, please inform them that our office will be sending them an email asking for a reference. Please include name and department for on-campus references and full name, mailing address, phone, and email for off-campus references.

In compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, you may access to your references' evaluations unless access is waived by completing the following statement: (Required)

Waive
Do not waive

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Is there anything else you would like us to know? Or do you have any additional comments?

I have read and understand the enclosed responsibilities and requirements of the Orientation leader position. (Required)

I also agree that the information submitted on this application is complete and correct and may be verified and utilized by members of the Orientation Leader Selection Committee. By submitting this application and signing below I give permission for the selection committee to view my academic and student conduct records.

Agree
Do not agree

Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on February 25, 2013. Remember: if you did not upload your resume and would like to submit one, please email it to orientation@western.edu. In addition, if you would prefer to give individuals a PDF of the recommendation, you may download a copy from our website in the Orientation Leader section. When completed, this information should be sent to LEAD & Orientation Office, University Center 118, Western State Colorado University, 600 N. Adams, Gunnison, CO 81231.

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