+Student Justice Application
Marist College
Office of Judicial Affairs
Dear Applicant:
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Student Justice. Justices have an opportunity to serve the
college community; develop life-long skills in facilitating and resolving conflicts; enhance critical
thinking and communication skills; and promote civility and citizenship within the Marist College
Community.
W Expectations X
Justices will experience an intensive training program to develop skills necessary to be a successful team
member. Expectations of Justices:
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Participate in judicial hearings regarding violations of the Code of Student Conduct
Conduct oneself in a trustworthy, professional and confidential manner
Recommend reasonable, fair and educational sanctions when appropriate
Represent the interests and needs of the student body to the Office of Judicial Affairs
W Requirements X
Applicants must be matriculated full-time undergraduate students at Marist College. Both on-campus and
off-campus students may apply. A grade point average of at least 2.5 is strongly preferred. Marist College
is comprised of a diverse student body; therefore, students of all backgrounds and interests are encouraged
to apply. Disciplinary or academic violations committed at Marist College or elsewhere must be
disclosed. Prior infractions will not automatically disqualify applicants but are taken into consideration
by the selection committee.
W Selection Process X
1. Please fill out the attached application form and answer all questions to the best of your ability.
Responses should be typed and submitted along with the application form.
2. Return the completed application form and short answer responses, to the Office of Judicial Affairs,
Rotunda 389. Questions may be directed to the Office of Judicial Affairs at .x 3514 or
judicial@marist.edu.
3. Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed to ensure that you meet eligibility
requirements. If you do not meet these requirements, you will be contacted by the Office of Judicial
Affairs. If you are eligible to serve as a justice you will need to schedule an interview.
4. Upon completion of the interview process, the Director of Judicial Affairs will notify candidates who
have been selected for the student justice position for 2008 – 2009. Final announcements will be
made by April 30, 2008.
DIRECTIONS
Please fill out the attached application form and answer all questions to the best of your ability. Responses to
short answer questions should be typed and submitted along with this application form. For priority
consideration the completed application form, responses, and letter of reference should be returned to the Office
of Judicial Affairs, Rotunda 389 by Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Questions may be directed to the Director of
Judicial Affairs at 575-3514 or judicial@marist.edu. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing
from you!
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
LAST
FIRST
ID number: _________________
Grad year: ___________________ G.P.A.: __________
Semesters completed at Marist: ____________________
Campus address:
MIDDLE
E-mail: __________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Campus phone:
______________________
Academic achievements:
Cell phone:
______________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Extracurricular activities/leadership positions: __________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Can you serve for the entire 2008-09 academic year?
YES
NO
If no, please explain: __________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been or are you currently under any disciplinary sanction?
YES
NO
If yes, please explain: _________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
To the best of my knowledge, the information contained in this application is accurate.
Signature of Applicant:
__________________________________________
Date: ____________
Short Answer Portion
On a separate piece of paper please provide brief responses (1-2 paragraphs) to the
following questions:
1. Why are you interested in being considered for a position on the Judicial Board, and how will
the experience benefit you if you are selected?
2. What do you think is the purpose of the Judicial Board?
3. In your opinion, what are the key components in the group decision-making process?
4. Please write a paragraph describing the qualities you possess that you believe will make you an
effective Judicial Board member.
Please make sure that your Name and ID number is on each sheet of paper that you submit.
JUDICIAL BOARD
REFERENCE FORM
(Please provide two references)
Candidate:
Reference #1 Information:
Name:
Title:
Address:
Phone Number:
E-mail Address:
What is your relationship to the reference? ________________________________________________
How long have you known the reference? ________________________________________________
Reference #2 Information:
Name:
Title:
Address:
Phone Number:
E-mail Address:
What is your relationship to the reference? ________________________________________________
How long have you known the reference? ________________________________________________
Candidate’s Signature:_______________________________________________ Date:_____________
PLEASE NOTE:
References may be contacted to speak of the candidate’s qualifications and to
verify information contained in the candidate’s application packet