Announcing Openings for
International Peer Advisors
New International Student Orientations - Fall 2002
Responsibilities: During the month of August, meet and greet new
international students from over 40 different countries. Assist students
with their paperwork, answer individual questions, support the information/
reception center, guide students to various campus resources and co-present
on orientation day.
Time Commitment: Training: 2, 4
hour days = 8 hours
Pre-Orientation Document Check-in: 2, 4 hour
days = 8 hours
Orientations:
2, 8 hour days = 16 hours
Information Center & other related activities: as
available
Dates of Participation:
August 2nd & 7th (1-5pm)
August 9th & 16th (1-4pm)
August 12th & 19th (7am-5pm)
Training: Includes cultural adjustment, group leadership,
communication skills,
helping skills, UTA resources and
information, and logistical support.
Requirements: Must be a continuing UTA student (both American and
International are welcome) who is
interested in assisting new international
students in their adjustment
process. Must have a willingness to learn
new skills and be a team player.
Benefits: Gain experience guiding and helping international
students,
opportunity to share your own experiences,
develop friendships with
other peer advisors, receive a t-shirt and
certificate, and, of course,
enhance your resume!
Application: Deadline: May 31, 2002. Interviews and Selection will take
place in
mid-June.
All majors, degree status, and nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Application forms are available in the International Office.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at [log in to unmask]
Julie Walkin
International Program Coordinator
The University of Texas at Arlington
(817) 272-2355 tel
(817) 272-5005 fax
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