New Student Experience Leader - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

Academic Support & Engagement provides tailored, comprehensive supports within inclusive spaces in which students become critically-engaged, self-determined learners.

As a result of our work, students discover and develop their strengths, establish their academic identity, engage in leadership and learning opportunities, and build the confidence and the competence they need to thrive.

We support students' academic, personal, and professional growth through Accessible Education; Learning Development & Success; Transition, Leadership & Enrichment; and the Writing Support Centre.

As valued partners in student learning, our work is situated at the intersection of curricular and co-curricular activities.

We help students navigate academic and life transitions, remove barriers to full participation in all aspects of campus life, and contribute to the retention of Western students.

Responsibilities:

Position Summary:
Academic Support and Engagement (ASE) supports incoming students through a variety of different avenues. Through participation in transition programming, students will engage and familiarize themselves with a variety of student supports and resources.

New Student Experience Leaders will assist with a variety of summer programming:

Summer Academic Orientation
Community Connections
Smart Start

New Student Experience Leaders will be key resources for students who participate in the programming. These leaders will support small groups, support individual students, and offer exemplary service to ensure a positive transition. New Student Experience Leaders will also support the development and implementation of key resources throughout the summer.

The goal of the Summer Academic Orientation Program (SAO) is to assist first year students with their transition to the university environment and culture.

This includes helping first year students select and register in first-year courses, learn more about services at Western, explore our campus, and meet members of our community before they begin school in September.

Community Connections is a two-day program comprised of intensive experiences on campus specifically designed for incoming first-year students. Leaders will support a group of students as they move through each day of programming.

Such programming will include a welcome, meals, and interactive sessions and activities - all focused on helping students form friendships, build a connection to the Western community, and be successful in starting their classes this Fall.

Leaders will also support the development of key digital resources that will allow these early connections to continue.

What will you gain from this role?

Enhanced communication skills
Problem solving and mediation experience
Teamwork and leadership skills
Event planning and execution
Presentation facilitation experience

Key Responsibilities:

Greet, welcome and register participants upon arrival at Community Connections
Facilitate community building with an assigned group of student participants
Deliver large group presentations and discussions with parents and guests
Assist students with course selection, scheduling of their classes and helping to navigate student center
Lead tours of the campus and select residences
Provide a friendly and supportive environment for students and guests who attend
Connect students with various student organizations/communities on campus
Lend advice and share experiences to help students feel comfortable during this transition
Serve as wellrounded role models for incoming students
Foster a positive and inclusive environment that helps participants develop an identity as Western community members
Display an energetic and enthusiastic attitude
Provide phone and electronic support for incoming students
Lead and present sessions based on Clifton Strengths and Life Design programming

What kind of student leaders we looking for?

Enthusiastic and involved member of the Western community
Able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
Knowledgeable about supports and services available to students at Western
Willingness to learn and expand knowledge of campus resources
Demonstrated experience facilitating small group discussions
Experience working with high needs groups, effectively managing conflict with a customer service focus
Knowledge of course registration and degree requirement