Conestoga Orientation – become an Orientation Leader
Volunteer Position Description
Overview
Orientation Leaders (or OLs as we call them) play a pivotal role in providing new Conestoga students with a
positive and memorable transition to the College. OLs work as a team to assist and support Conestoga
College’s Orientation Program as enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers, who through their efforts, help
ensure the best welcome possible for new students. As an Orientation Leader you have the chance to develop
strong leadership skills as well as strengthen communication and interpersonal skills. OLs have the opportunity
to participate in a variety of team activities and practice public speaking skills.
Volunteer Requirements
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Be available for Orientation and Orientation Leader training
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Be a part-time or full-time registered student at Conestoga College
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Be an excellent ambassador for Conestoga College
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Have good communication skills, be friendly and helpful
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Have a desire to work in a team
Roles and Responsibilities
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Enthusiastically welcoming and providing direction to students, families and friends
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Facilitating a low-intensity welcome activity (in collaboration with other Orientation Leaders)
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Interacting with new students during lunch and engaging them in afternoon activities
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Answering student questions and alleviating student anxieties
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Creating a friendly, energetic atmosphere on campus
Opportunities for Growth and Development
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Develop strong leadership skills
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Strengthen communication and interpersonal skills
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Network with other students, faculty and staff on campus
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Participate in a variety of team activities
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Practice public speaking skills
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Enhance student portfolio with valuable volunteer experience
To recognize and thank our Orientation Leaders, we provide them with:
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Orientation Leader clothing, snacks and meals on training days and during Orientation
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Thank-you letter
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Certificate of Recognition from Conestoga College’s Student Life Department
If you have any questions, please contact Ian Kearney, Student Life Programmer:
ikearney@conestogac.on.ca or 519-748-5220 ext. 2372
Conestoga Orientation – Become an Orientation Leader
Registration Form – please print clearly!
Name: _______________________________________
What Is Your Age?
Birthdate:
Under 19
19-20
21-25
Student ID#: _______________________
26-30
31-39
40-49
50+
Month ______ Day ______ Year_____
Email Address: ___________________________________________________
Campus:
Doon
Waterloo
Guelph
Cambridge
Other ________________
School:
 Business and Hospitality
 Conestoga Language Institute
 Engineering and Information Technology
 Media & Design
 Liberal Studies
 Trades & Apprenticeship
 Health & Life Sciences/Community Services
Program Name: ___________________________________________________________
How did you hear about this volunteer opportunity? (Please select all that apply)
 Faculty
 LCD Screen Ad
 Connect Leadership Workshop
 Staff
 Student Life Website
 Student Life/Respect Display Booth
 Other Students
 Student Life Bulletin Board
 Respect Campaign Presentation
 Poster
 Info Desk
 Other_________________________
Have you been involved with Student Life before? If so, how?
 Campus Service Learning:
 Academic Placement
 Respect Rep Team
 Cultural Diversity Week
 Orientation Leader
 Get Involved Fair Volunteer
 Health and Wellness Week
 Info Desk Staff
 Student Life Intern
 United Way Fundraising
 United Way Committee
 Connect Leadership Workshop
 Other ____________
Please indicate briefly why you are interested in this volunteer leadership opportunity.
Please submit this registration form in person to the Student Life office in Room 2A101-2 or by e-mail.
If you have any questions, please contact Ian Kearney, Student Life Programmer:
ikearney@conestogac.on.ca or 519-748-5220 ext. 2372