Orientation 20092009 Orientation Information

Orientation is designed to welcome and introduce all freshmen and their parents to Caldwell College. The role of the orientation leader is:

  • to connect the incoming freshmen to other students and the College community
  • to become a resource for the incoming freshmen
  • to familiarize the student with the College campus grounds

The students selected for the 40-member Orientation Team will have the unique honor and rewarding opportunity to enhance their leadership skills and the potential of making new friends.

Qualifications

As part of the selection process a personal interview will be required to:

  • Exhibit potential leadership skills
  • Ability to maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5
  • Good disciplinary standing
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work with diverse team members, students, parents and staff
  • Possess flexibility, responsibility, and a willingness to assist others
  • Desire to learn more about yourself and Caldwell College

Responsibilities

  • Attend and participate in all training sessions

    Friday

    February 20

    2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m.

    Friday

    March 27

    2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m.

    Friday

    April 24

    2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m.

    Wednesday

    May 13

    8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Thursday

    May 14

    8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • Attend and participate in Orientation (Drive-in Day) on Saturday, July 18, 2009 and/or Orientation Weekend on August 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2009.
  • Promote interactions among incoming freshmen through group discussion, icebreakers, meals and all activities at orientation
  • Answer students' and parents' questions on a variety of topics
  • Encourage social activities among freshmen through direct involvement
  • Work with Orientation staff to assist with and support all aspects of Orientation.
  • Willingness to recognize that your time and talent will be used for the service of others and to enhance your life skills

Gratuity

A gift certificate to the Campus Store and/or Flex dollars will be given in recognition of your service.

Click here for an application.