Volunteer for Orientation
How would you choose to impact new students if you had one day? Orientation leaders and volunteers are current UNBC students and alumni who are knowledgeable about UNBC and are positive role models for new students. Apply to be an Orientation leader or volunteer if you want to make it a great introduction for new students. We would love to have some passionate volunteers help us welcome our new students! We recognize that the success of our programs relies on volunteer contributions and we believe that our students provide the most authentic perspective on campus life and the student experience.
Orientation Leaders and General Volunteers
Duties and Commitments
Orientation Leader
- Actively participate in one mandatory training session (August 31st from 6:00 - 9:00 pm, or Saturday September 3rd from 1:00 - 4:00 pm).
- Lead and/or Volunteer during the Welcome to UNBC 2022 activities running from September 1st through 16th. Orientation Leaders (OLs) will lead their cohorts (of up to 15 Students) alongside 1-2 other OL's. During the first week of school, there will be multiple points of contact with the OL's and their group. Once we have groups determined, each group will individually make schedules that work for the leaders. There are 2-3 leaders to each group to allow for flexibility for leaders, as we do not expect all leaders to attend all events/programs with their cohort.
- Assist new students with their successful transition to UNBC and the community.
- Encourage involvement of new students in all aspects of Campus Life.
General Volunteer
- Volunteer during the Welcome to UNBC 2022 activities running from September 1 to 16. This could be volunteering at events, helping the Student Ambassadors set up or take down decorations and supplies, supervising the Zen Den or Information Centre, and more.
- Assist new students with their successful transition to UNBC and the community.
- Encourage involvement of new students in all aspects of Campus Life.
Qualifications
- Enrolled at UNBC for at least two academic semesters or identify as UNBC alumni.
- Possess strong English communication skills.
- Excited about sharing positive experiences at UNBC with new students and their families.
- Aware of the responsibility of being a mentor and role model.
Rewards and Benefits
- Post-Orientation volunteer celebration.
- Receive valuable leadership skills and experiences to build your portfolio.
- All volunteers receive a reference letter.
- Increase your network of friends and connections on campus.
- Rock a coveted UNBC Timberwolves volunteer shirt.
- Make a difference on campus and in the lives of students.
- Meals will be provided if volunteering overlaps with meal times.
