Peer Assistant Positions - Student Advising Services
NEW Peer Assistant Program with Student Advising Services
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN . . .
-helping other students?
-gaining leadership experience?
-strengthening your resume and possibly earning elective credit?
If so, then consider applying to be a PEER ASSISTANT with Student Advising Services (SAS) and connect with fellow UB students by providing resources, assistance and support.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO BE A PEER ASSISTANT?
UB students who:
-Will be a sophomore, junior or senior at the time the position begins.
-Have an overall UB GPA of at least a 2.75.
-Are knowledgeable about UB’s academic tools and resources.
-Are available for the full 2007-2008 academic year (fall-spring).
-Complete a Peer Assistant Application by Monday, April 2, 2007.
-Attend a mandatory training session.
WHAT DO PEER ASSISTANTS DO?
-Commit to at least 4-5 hours a week for a minimum of 120 total hours per year.
-As available in the summer, assist SAS advisors with orientation sessions.
-Serve on the SAS Student Focus Group.
-Submit student tips to the SAS Be Advised web log.
-Assist with scheduled SAS events, workshops and other related programs.
-Provide feedback and input on office publications.
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF BEING A PEER ASSISTANT?
-Helping students.
-Gaining leadership and practical experience as a resume builder.
-Developing transferable customer service and public speaking skills.
-Interested juniors and seniors can opt to take CPM 496 and receive three elective credits for their experience.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Print and complete the Peer Assistant Application (PDF) by Monday, April 2, 2007 and include two letters of recommendation. Submit all materials to Student Advising Services, Attn: Peer Assistant Coordinator, 109 Norton Hall.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
E-mail Lia Hallett, Peer Assistant Coordinator. You can also call Student Advising Services at 716.645.6013, or stop by 109 Norton Hall.
