Job Description The Orientation Leader/Peer Advisor (OL/PA) position is a very unique experience that creates a strong, tightly bonded group of student leaders at Westchester Community College. By becoming an OL/PA, students get to widen not only their networks, but will develop leadership skills as well. OL/PAs are vital to the process of planning, preparing, and executing New Student Orientation. They will help new students learn about the campus and community by creating a welcoming and informative environment. In the fall semester, these student leaders will work with new students and serve as a resource for information about academic policies and programs, campus life, and curricular/co-curricular activities. Training and ongoing support will be provided to this team by the Department of Student Involvement. Through this position, students will be the opportunity to gain real life experience, acquire practical and valuable skills, and make close relationships as they develop lifelong friendships with their peers. This is also a great opportunity to provide the College with a commendable service, and, in the process, receive letters of recommendation. Job Requirements: Participate in an overnight summer retreat and summer training week Attend all team meetings and workshops Attend the summer Orientation sessions Volunteer at the Graduation Ceremony Facilitate group activities with first year students at Orientation Serve as a resource for new students in the fall semester. Maintain a positive attitude, open-mind, and willingness to learn Qualifications: Must be a student enrolled at Westchester Community College for the spring and fall 2016 semesters Must be in good disciplinary and academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5) Have good time management and communication skills Ability to work in a team environment and amongst diverse groups Desire to work with students, faculty and staff Have a positive and motivated attitude Compensation: Obtain leadership and transferable skills by participating in various workshops and an overnight retreat Create lifelong friends as you strong bonds with your team and share in dynamic, fun and engaging group activities, to include trainings and social events Develop connections with various faculty, staff and administrators while learning more about the college process and the resources available at Westchester Community College Letter(s) of recommendation upon successful completion of the program Make a positive contribution to the community as you make the most of your college experience For More Information: To learn about the application process, the OL/PA program, or other inquires, interested students can visit the Student Involvement Office in Student Center Rm. 103 or contact Rachele Hall, Associate Director of Student Involvement at or (914) 606-6731.
Job Description The Orientation Leader/Peer Advisor (OL/PA) position is a very unique experience that creates a strong, tightly bonded group of student leaders at Westchester Community College. By becoming an OL/PA, students get to widen not only their networks, but will develop leadership skills as well. OL/PAs are vital to the process of planning, preparing, and executing New Student Orientation. They will help new students learn about the campus and community by creating a welcoming and informative environment. In the fall semester, these student leaders will work with new students and serve as a resource for information about academic policies and programs, campus life, and curricular/co-curricular activities. Training and ongoing support will be provided to this team by the Department of Student Involvement. Through this position, students will be the opportunity to gain real life experience, acquire practical and valuable skills, and make close relationships as they develop lifelong friendships with their peers. This is also a great opportunity to provide the College with a commendable service, and, in the process, receive letters of recommendation. Job Requirements: Participate in an overnight summer retreat and summer training week Attend all team meetings and workshops Attend the summer Orientation sessions Volunteer at the Graduation Ceremony Facilitate group activities with first year students at Orientation Serve as a resource for new students in the fall semester. Maintain a positive attitude, open-mind, and willingness to learn Qualifications: Must be a student enrolled at Westchester Community College for the spring and fall 2016 semesters Must be in good disciplinary and academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5) Have good time management and communication skills Ability to work in a team environment and amongst diverse groups Desire to work with students, faculty and staff Have a positive and motivated attitude Compensation: Obtain leadership and transferable skills by participating in various workshops and an overnight retreat Create lifelong friends as you strong bonds with your team and share in dynamic, fun and engaging group activities, to include trainings and social events Develop connections with various faculty, staff and administrators while learning more about the college process and the resources available at Westchester Community College Letter(s) of recommendation upon successful completion of the program Make a positive contribution to the community as you make the most of your college experience For More Information: To learn about the application process, the OL/PA program, or other inquires, interested students can visit the Student Involvement Office in Student Center Rm. 103 or contact Rachele Hall, Associate Director of Student Involvement at or (914) 606-6731.
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