Apply to be a Fall 2025 GS Orientation Leader

Position Description

GS Orientation Leaders (OLs) serve as representatives of the School of General Studies, working with a diverse team of student leaders to support GS staff in the execution of Orientation events while fostering a welcoming community by sharing their experiences at GS and Columbia with incoming students. Upon the conclusion of Orientation and the satisfactory completion of duties, Orientation Leaders will receive $100 in their CU Flex account.

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as a representative of the Columbia University School of General Studies
• Supporting GS staff to aid in the execution of Orientation events
• Overseeing and supporting a cohort of incoming students (OL Group)
  • Sending new students an introduction email that highlights meetings throughout the week (email drafts will be shared with you)
• Serving as a mandatory reporter for any instances of sexual violence during the week of Orientation

Time Commitment

• Orientation Leaders are required to attend all of the following programs:

  • Orientation Leader Training: Thurs., August 21, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. & Fri., August 22, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Orientation Week: Mon., August 25 - Sun., August 31

    • Mandatory Programs: Mon., August 25 , 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. & Tues., August 26, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

    • Speed Meeting & Pizza Party: Tues., August 26, 6 - 8 p.m.

    • In addition to the events above, OLs are required to sign up for at least 6 additional events during the week, including one evening or weekend program.

Position Requirements

• Must be an enrolled General Studies student
• Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing

Contact

Students who have any questions regarding the Orientation Leader position or about the application should contact [email protected].

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