Become an OL

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Purpose:
The purpose of the UAF Orientation program is to provide services and assistance that will:

1. Assist new students and their families in their transition to life at UAF.

2. Introduce students to the wealth of UAF resources.

3. Create an atmosphere that minimizes anxiety and maximizes positive attitudes.

Role Description:
Expectations and responsibilities for Orientation Leaders include:

1. Attend and actively participate in the Orientation Leader training program.

2. Assist with the organization, planning, and implementation of
   orientation activities.

3. Acquaint new students with campus services, activities, facilities, and encourage them to actively participate in the UAF environment.

4. Give informative and friendly campus tours.

5. Participate in the evaluation process of the UAF Orientation program.

6. Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
The minimum qualifications for Orientation Leaders include:

1. Good academic standing and disciplinary standing.

2. Relate well with students, parents, faculty and administrators.

3. Reliable, responsible, confident, flexible, willingness to help and demonstrated communication skills.

4. Express a desire to learn more about UAF.

5. Available for all training and orientation sessions.

Benefits:
There are numerous benefits to becoming an Orientation Leader:

1. Development of leadership skills.

2. Enhancement of human-relations skills, knowledge, confidence and service to others.

3. Serve as a role model while assisting in the transition and retention of new students.

4. Early move-in to the Residence Halls. (January 21, 2008)

5. Munch Money $50.

6. An exclusive Orientation Leader hoodie.

7. Make friends.

8. IT’S FUN!!