Apply to be a Spring 2024 GS Orientation Leader

Position Description

GS Orientation Leaders (OLs) serve as representatives of the School of General Studies, working with a diverse team of student leaders to support GS staff in the execution of Orientation events while fostering a welcoming community by sharing their experiences at GS and Columbia with incoming students. Upon the conclusion of Orientation and the satisfactory completion of duties, Orientation Leaders will receive $50 in their CU Flex account.

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as a representative of the Columbia University School of General Studies
• Supporting GS staff to aid in the execution of Orientation events
• Overseeing and supporting a cohort of incoming students (OL Group)
  • Sending new students an introduction email that highlights meetings throughout the week (email drafts will be shared with you)
• Serving as a mandatory reporter for any instances of sexual violence during the week of Orientation

Time Commitment

• Orientation Leaders are required to attend all of the following programs:

  • Orientation Leader Training: Fri., Jan. 5, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Orientation Week: Mon., Jan. 8 - Sun., Jan. 12

    • Mandatory Programs: Mon., Jan. 8, 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. & Tues., Jan 9, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

    • Speed Meeting & Pizza Party: Tues., Jan. 8, 6 - 8 p.m.

    • In addition to the events above, OLs are required to sign up for at least 5 additional events during the week, including one evening or weekend program.

Position Requirements

• Must be an enrolled General Studies student
• Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing

Contact

Students who have any questions regarding the Orientation Leader position or about the application should contact [email protected].

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