2011 ORIENTATION LEADER PROGRAM

APPLICATION PACKET

New Student Orientation is taking on a new look this summer. Our goal is to create more opportunities for students
to connect with other students and hear about your experience at College of DuPage. We are looking for students
who:
Feel they have something valuable and important to share with incoming students and families
Are currently enrolled at College of DuPage and will be returning fall 2011
Are in good standing at COD (minimum GPA of 2.0)
Have good time management, communication, and speaking skills
Are able to work in a team environment and amongst diverse groups
Desire to work with students, faculty, and staff
Have a positive, enthusiastic, and motivated attitude
Are comfortable or willing to address groups of people

To participate in the Orientation Leader Program you must be available April 27-29, 2011 for an interview.

Benefits and Compensation

Exceptional experience in leadership, public speaking, active listening and teamwork

Be part of a team. Meet new friends and share in several group activities, including training and
social activities
Develop connections with various faculty and staff while learning more about the college process
and resources available at College of DuPage
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
Compensation for work completed during Orientation. Received upon completion Preferred Parking
Permit/Follett’s Gift Card- a combined $200 value. Students may opt for gift card only.

Training and Development

Orientation Leaders are required to attend all training, team building, and Orientation sessions below.
Spring Training/Team Building:
Summer Training/Team Building:
Orientation Dates:
New Student Outreach:
May 6, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.- Oasis Lounge
May 26, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Oasis Lounge
June 16, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Oasis Lounge
June 30, 2011- Optional Social Event TBA*
July 14, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Oasis Lounge
July 28, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Oasis Lounge
August 4, 2011- 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. - Oasis Lounge
Must be available from 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 11, 2011- MAC
Friday, August 12, 2011- MAC
Monday, August 15, 2011- MAC
August 22-September 2, 2011
5 hours over 2 weeks - flexible with your schedule
*Only optional meeting

NSO Leader Application- SP2011 1

 2011 ORIENTATION LEADER
APPLICATION PACKET
DUE APRIL 22, 2011 BY 4 P.M. TO STUDENT LIFE
CONTACT INFORMATION

LAST NAME FIRST NAME M.I.

ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP

PHONE # EMAIL ADDRESS

ID # # OF SEMESTERS AT COD

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Requirements for Orientation Leader include, but are not limited to:
Must be a student currently enrolled at College of DuPage
Must be in good standing at COD (minimum GPA of 2.0)
Have good time management, communication, and speaking skills
Ability to work in a team environment and amongst diverse groups
Desire to work with students, faculty, and staff
Have a positive, enthusiastic, and motivated attitude
Be comfortable or willing to address groups of people

Applicants must have two recommendation forms (attached) completed by:

College of DuPage faculty, staff, or administration
Current or previous supervisor at a job, community service project, or volunteer position
Recommendation forms cannot be completed by the Manager of Student Life, Coordinator of
Student Life, or Coordinator of Student Retention and Engagement

Please submit Recommendation Letters with application or send directly to Office of Student Life
(deadline is same as application).

Individual interviews are required of all applicants. Interviews will take place April 27-29, 2011. Once
your application is reviewed, if you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted for an
appointment.

APPLICATIONS, WITH RECOMMENDATION FORMS ARE DUE FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2011 BY 4:00 P.M. TO THE
OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE (NO EXCEPTIONS)

QUESTIONS?
Office of Student Life Stephanie Quirk
630-942-2243 630-942-2647
Student Retention & Engagement Kristina Henderson
630-942-2510
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List activities that you have been involved in while at College of DuPage (i.e. community service, student
organizations, student employment).

Activity Position Dates of Involvement

Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Attach your typed responses on a
separate sheet.

1. Why are you interested in serving as an Orientation Leader?

2. What qualities do you possess that would be valuable if you were an Orientation Leader?

3. What would you say to new students about your experience at College of DuPage?

4. Please explain any experiences you have had as a college student that you feel have prepared
you to be an Orientation Leader.

As an applicant for Orientation Leader, I have read the content of this application and I verify that all
information contained within this document is accurate. I understand that incorrect or misleading
information may be grounds for dismissal if I am selected to serve as an Orientation Leader.
Additionally, I give my permission for a designated administrator of the orientation program to check my
academic and judicial records to determine my eligibility. Furthermore, I waive my right to reviewing the
content of the recommendation forms submitted on my behalf.

Signature Date

Applications, with recommendation forms, are due April 22, 2011 by 4 p.m. to the Office of Student Life
(NO EXCEPTIONS)

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 Orientation Leader
Recommendation Form 1

Name of Applicant:

To the Reference:

The person who has asked you to write this recommendation is applying for a position as an Orientation Leader
for the College of DuPage summer New Student Orientation program. We are looking for highly motivated and
qualified students possessing the skills to work with incoming new students and their families, faculty, and staff
to make this year’s orientation an exciting and engaging experience. This leadership position will give the
students an opportunity to develop and learn as leaders, while serving the campus community. In order to gain
a more inclusive perspective of the applicant, we would appreciate you completing this form based on your
observations of the candidate’s abilities. Please note that the student who has asked you to complete this
form has waived his/her right to review the recommendation. Questions can be answered on form or typed
and attached to form. Thank you in advance for your assistance with the selection process. Please return
Recommendation Form to the student or mail directly to Student Life (address on reverse side) by April 22,
2011.

Please consider how this applicant ranks in the following areas:

Characteristics Excellent Above Average Below Poor Unable

Average Average To Judge
Genuine Enthusiasm

Leadership Skills

Listening and Communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Ability to work with diverse

populations
Ability to motivate self and others

Creativity

Reliability

Maturity

How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?

-OVER- NSO Leader Application- SP2011 4

What are the three strongest leadership skills that the applicant demonstrates? Please give an
example in which these qualities were demonstrated.

Orientation Leader training and activities enable student to improve their leadership skills.
Which two skills do you believe will be the most important for the applicant to further develop?

What other information would be helpful for us to know about the candidate?

Overall, how would you rate the applicant?

______ Highly Recommend _____ Recommend, with reservations ____ Do not recommend

Name:

Signature: Date:

Place of Employment:

Position: Phone:

Applications, with recommendation forms, are due April 22, 2011 by 4 p.m. to the
Office of Student Life
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
ATTN: Stephanie Quirk
(NO EXCEPTIONS)

NSO Leader Application- SP2011 5

 Orientation Leader
Recommendation Form 2

Name of Applicant:

To the Reference:

The person who has asked you to write this recommendation is applying for a position as an Orientation Leader
for the College of DuPage summer New Student Orientation program. We are looking for highly motivated and
qualified students possessing the skills to work with incoming new students and their families, faculty, and staff
to make this year’s orientation an exciting and engaging experience. This leadership position will give the
students an opportunity to develop and learn as leaders, while serving the campus community. In order to gain
a more inclusive perspective of the applicant, we would appreciate you completing this form based on your
observations of the candidate’s abilities. Please note that the student who has asked you to complete this
form has waived his/her right to review the recommendation. Questions can be answered on form or typed
and attached to form. Thank you in advance for your assistance with the selection process. Please return
Recommendation Form to the student or mail directly to Student Life (address on reverse side) by April 22,
2011.

Please consider how this applicant ranks in the following areas:

Characteristics Excellent Above Average Below Poor Unable

Average Average To Judge
Genuine Enthusiasm

Leadership Skills

Listening and Communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Ability to work with diverse

populations
Ability to motivate self and others

Creativity

Reliability

Maturity

How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?

-OVER- NSO Leader Application- SP2011 6

What are the three strongest leadership skills that the applicant demonstrates? Please give an
example in which these qualities were demonstrated.

Orientation Leader training and activities enable student to improve their leadership skills.
Which two skills do you believe will be the most important for the applicant to further develop?

What other information would be helpful for us to know about the candidate?

Overall, how would you rate the applicant?

______ Highly Recommend _____ Recommend, with reservations ____ Do not recommend

Name:

Signature: Date:

Place of Employment:

Position: Phone:

Applications, with recommendation forms, are due April 22, 2011 by 4 p.m. to the
Office of Student Life
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
ATTN: Stephanie Quirk
(NO EXCEPTIONS)

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