Orientation

2012 Orientation Leader Team

Are you a leader?

The First Year Engagement Office welcomes freshman and transfer students to the University of the Incarnate Word. We would like to invite current students in good academic standing with a positive and fun attitude and set of great leadership skills to assist us in this important task by serving as Orientation Leaders.

What is an Orientation Leader?
An OL is someone who...

• Serves as a student member of the Orientation staff and assists in facilitating our New Student Orientation.
• Will commit to be present and work ALL summer orientation sessions (see list of important dates in information packet).
• Assists in welcoming and providing a smooth transition for all new students to our campus.
• Has a sincere desire to help welcome and motivate new students and their families during their Orientation session.
• Acts as a resource and provides essential information that will help incoming students and their families become successful and well informed.
• Is willing to be a part of a dynamic group of current students who seeks to create an atmosphere that minimizes anxiety and promotes a positive attitude.
• Able to attend a 1 week long comprehensive training sessions that include orientation leader guidance materials.

Why should I apply?

• You get to earn money while having fun, meeting new friends, and making a positive impact on new students and their families.
• You will be provided with an OL Staff shirt.
• Great opportunity for personal and professional growth.
• Great leadership opportunity.
• Experience to develop a professional resume

Where do I apply?
If you think you have what it takes to be an Orientation Leader and become part of this amazing group of students then contact the Orientation Leader Coordinator from the First Year Engagement Office for more information and the application. The FYE Office is located in the chapel building or e-mail at rramire2@uiwtx.edu.

When is the application deadline?

February 29th, 2012

If interested in a student orientation leader position, please contact the student coordinator by email: rramire2@uiwtx.edu or by phone (210) 805-3069.

Late or incomplete applications will (may) not be considered.