UCI Campus Representative Program Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools Note: Please read all of the following pages before filling out the application. Campus Representatives are student-staff affiliated with UCI s Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools. The role of the Campus Representative, or Campus Rep, is multifaceted, with many opportunities for students to serve their campus while developing personal skills and augmenting their academic growth. Students selected for the program are those who enjoy their college experience and wish to share it with campus visitors, particularly prospective students. Responsibilities of the Campus Representatives: Leading campus tours Attending college fairs Giving presentations on UCI and the University of California Assisting in outreach and yield events, such as Celebrate UCI & Discover UCI Fall Preview Day Serving on panels discussing student life and the academic experience at UCI Attending mandatory training sessions and weekly check-ins Assisting other UCI departments in hosting special campus visitors, guests, and events Requirements: Enthusiasm and school spirit for UCI High level of commitment Must maintain a minimum 2.4 GPA in order to apply, and must maintain a 2.4 quarterly cumulative GPA through the duration of your employment Maintain full-time registration as a UCI student and in good disciplinary standing with the University Attend all mandatory weekend training dates, specified later in the application Attend all training dates during Spring Quarter 2016. These are Thursday nights from 4:00-7:00pm and are MANDATORY in order to be a campus rep. Campus Reps must be comfortable working in all weather conditions, rain or shine, hot or cold. Campus Reps walk backwards for the entire hour and must be comfortable speaking clearly and loudly while walking. Please be realistic with your expectations of your ability to do so. Compensation: Campus Reps are paid $9.00/hour, after the completed training. The number of tours varies based on your school schedule, but a minimum of 7 hour-long tours is required per quarter. 1.3 course units will be given P/NP for training. Training dates are listed on the following page. All training dates are mandatory. Requirements for the training include weekly quizzes, a 5-page paper, and a final exam. 1 of 7
Application and Interviews Dates to Remember December 14 Applications available January 22 Application deadline is 5:00pm Office of Admissions, 260 Aldrich Hall January 25 February 5 Group Interviews in Student Center February 12, 6-8pm Interview Reception 1 in Newkirk Alumni Center Invitation via email* February 26, 6-8pm Interview Reception 2 in Newkirk Alumni Center Invitation via email* March 7 Selection letters available for pickup at the Office of Admissions, Aldrich Hall 260 *You will be notified via email as to which reception you are assigned. Application Procedures Return the application to the Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools located in 260 Aldrich Hall between 9 a.m. 5p.m. Sign up for a group interview at the front desk. If you are selected to continue in the process, you will be notified via email as to which reception you are assigned. Final selection will be made after both receptions are over. Selection letters will be available for pick-up at the Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools between 9 a.m.-5p.m. beginning Monday, March 7th. Acceptance letters are due by Friday, March 11th. Mandatory Training Dates Please DO NOT apply unless you can attend ALL training sessions Thursday, March 31 Thursday, May 5 Thursday, April 7 Thursday, May12 Thursday, April 14 Thursday, May 19 Thursday, April 21 Thursday, May 26 Thursday, April 28 Saturday, May 28* 8:00-3:00p.m. Training class locations will be given to you in your acceptance letter. *Saturday, May 28 is the mandatory Spring Retreat **In addition, Saturday, April 16th (Annual Celebrate UCI) will be a mandatory ALL DAY event. If you have any questions, you may also contact the Campus Representative Coordinators via email: campusrepcoords@gmail.com. 2 of 7
UCI Campus Representative Program Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools Name: First Last MI Year in School: 1 2 3 4 5 Major(s): Local Address: Minor(s): Street City State ZIP Permanent Address: Expected Date of Graduation: 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Are you a transfer student? Yes No Do you have work-study? Yes No Street City State UCI Email Address: ZIP Have you ever lived on campus? Yes No If so, where? Cell Phone Number: Birthdate: / / UCI ID #: 3 of 7
UCI Campus Representative Program Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools REFERENCES: Please list two persons, not related to Current Cumulative GPA: you, who know your qualifications: Are you fluent in a language other than English? Name: Yes No Email: If so, what language(s): Phone number: Relationship: T-Shirt Size: YouthLg S M L XL XXL Sweatshirt Size: YouthLg S M L XL XXL Name: How did you hear about the Campus Rep Program? Friend Current Rep Flyer Poster Email Booth Facebook Website Email: Do you have a driver s license? Yes No Relationship: Phone number: Do you have a car? Do you have a zip car account? Car Zip car account 4 of 7
UCI CAMPUS REP 2016 Application List any of your involvements on campus, such as, clubs, organizations, athletics, etc. Also, please include involvements that you no longer participate in. (Please explain each individually, including the extent of involvement, i.e. board member, president, etc. and the number of years you participated in). What other commitments do you anticipate for the next academic year? (i.e. work, research, clubs, graduate applications, et.) What other relevant past experiences do you have? How will these help you as a Campus Rep? 5 of 7
What has your experience been with the Campus Rep Program? (i.e. Seen them on campus, taken a tour, etc.) What qualities do you feel make a good Campus Rep? Which do you think you most embody? Why? Why did you choose to attend UCI? 6 of 7
Please rank from highest to lowest the following groups based on how comfortable you are dealing with them: Elementary school, Middle School, High School/Prospective Students, Transfers, Parents. Why did you rank them in this order? If chosen, what do you hope to get out of this program? How can Campus Reps better benefit the campus? You will receive an email notifying you if you have been selected to participate in the interview reception as well as your assigned reception date. Please place a check next to the reception you are able to attend (If you are available for both, feel free to check both). Friday, February 12th; 6:00-8:00pm Friday, February 26th; 6:00-8:00pm Thank you for applying! Please return this application to the Office of Admissions in 260 Aldrich Hall by 5:00p.m. on Friday, January 22nd Be sure to sign up for a group interview time! 7 of 7