This page is intended for current Hendrix students hoping to join the 2019 Orientation Team. Before downloading any forms, please read the information below.
Coordinators
Coordinators will work directly with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Activities to administer all aspects of the Orientation Program. Candidates will be expected to believe in and support the Hendrix College Student Affairs philosophy. Candidates must possess a positive attitude and service philosophy geared toward helping new students and parents become acclimated to Hendrix College.
Peer Leaders
Peer Leaders serve as the peer-to-peer leadership team during Orientation. One Peer Leader is selected per Orientation Trip. These volunteers help throughout the Spring Semester in selecting Orientation Leaders, developing the Orientation theme, and planning Orientation Trips. Peer Leaders arrive on campus one week prior to Orientation (August 8) for continued training and preparation. Note: previous experience as an Orientation (OR) Leader is preferred, but not required.
OR Leaders
"OR" (Orientation) LEADERS, together with Peer Leaders, serve as the interactive powerhouse during Orientation. Three OR Leaders are selected per Orientation Trip. These volunteers participate in a Spring Retreat in April, and they also arrive on campus several days before Orientation (August 11) for continued training and preparation.
The Process
Both Peer and OR Leaders are selected through application processes which consist of an application form, several short essays, a resume, two references (including one current Hendrix Faculty or Staff member), and an interview process. These processes are explained more clearly in the application packets.
Selection Timeline
- Nov. 5: Peer Leader applications available
- Jan. 18: Peer Leader applications due
- Jan. 22 - Feb. 1 - Peer Leader interviews
- Feb. 4: Peer Leader selection notication
- Feb. 4: OR Leader applications due
- Mar. 15: OR Leader applications due
- Mar. 26 - April 9: OR Leader applicant interviews
- April 12: OR Leader selection notification
- April 19-20: Orientation Team retreat (mandatory) *Retreat begins around 5 PM on Friday evening and ends by lunch time on Sat.
Additional dates relative to training and other expectations are detailed in the application packets.
If you have any questions or concerns, you may reach Tonya Hale via Orientation@Hendrix.edu or by calling 501-450-1291.
Application Packets
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2015 ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION PACKET