Purpose:
The purpose of the UAF New Student Orientation (NSO) program is to provide services and assistance that will:

1. Assist new students and their families in their transitions 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 (OL’s) include:

1. Attend and actively participate in all OL training programs.
2. Assist with the organization, planning, and implementation of NSO programs and activities.
3. Acquaint new students with campus services, activities, facilities, and encourage them to actively participate in the UAF environment through a positive and professional manner.
4. Lead, manage and facilitate a group of 10-25 new students and their development through the NSO process.
5. Give informative, friendly and engaging campus tours.
6. Continue to interact with the incoming students through their first year at UAF; be approachable and respectful.
7. Participate in the evaluation process of the UAF NSO program.
8. Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
The minimum qualifications for OL's include:

1. Good academic standing (i.e. GPA of 2.0 or higher) and good disciplinary standing for at least one semester at UAF.
2. Relate well with students, parents, faculty and administrators.
3. Be reliable, responsible, confident, flexible, willing to help, and have demonstrated communication skills.
4. Express a desire to learn more about UAF.
5. Be available for all training and NSO sessions (Spring training dates: TBD; Fall dates: August 24-31).

Benefits:
There are numerous benefits to becoming an OL at UAF! These include:

1. Personal, professional, and leadership development.
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. A total stipend of $200 Bear Bucks: $50 at the conclusion of Spring training, $100  for after completion of Fall Orientation, and $50 following Spring Orientation.
5. Early move-in to the residence halls.
6. Exclusive NSO Staff T-shirt and outer layer (hoodie sweatshirt, fleece or jacket).
7. Make new friends and be recognized for being a great leader.
8. IT'S FUN!!