THE U NIVERS IT Y OF TE XAS AT EL PAS O
UNIVERSITY 1301 PEER LEADER
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
We invite you to apply for the position of UNIV 1301 Peer Leader. UNIV 1301: Seminar in Critical Inquiry is a UTEP
Core Curriculum course designed to help students in their transition from high school to college and enhance
academic knowledge and skills necessary for college success.
Before you apply, please read the job description, responsibilities, and requirements, and be sure you are able to
attend all mandatory training days. In order for your application packet to be considered, you must complete all of
the following:
Part 1 –Peer Leader Job Application
Complete all of the information provided in the Peer Leader Job Application. The document is provided in
this packet.
Part 2 –Interest Letter
Submit a one page interest letter addressing the following information:
 Why are you interested in becoming a Peer Leader?
 What are the qualifications you have for this position?
 How are you best suited to fulfill the role of a Peer Leader?
 What do you hope to gain from the position?
Part 3 –Resume and Transcript
Submit your resume detailing all education, employment experiences, skills, and campus involvement
activities such as Student Government Association, Student Leadership Institute, etc. For assistance in writing
your resume, please visit the University Career Center located at 103 Union West.
Include an unofficial college transcript in your application package. You can also submit a form requesting
that the Registration and Records Office send your unofficial transcript to the Entering Student Program
Office (UGLC 344) free of charge. The Registration and Records Office is located in the Mike Loya Academic
Services Building, room 107.
Part 4 – Recommendation Release Form
Complete the Recommendation Release Form included in this packet. All applicants must have two
recommendations; one from a current UTEP Faculty and one from by a current UTEP staff. UTEP staff
members can include Academic Advisors, Teaching Assistants, Organization Advisors, etc. If you are unable to
provide the name of a current UTEP staff member, you can submit the information of an additional faculty.
Submit your COMPLETE application packet to:
univpeerleader@utep.edu or directly to the Entering Student Program office, UGLC 344
Attn: Claudia V. Garcia
If you have questions or need additional information about the position, please contact univpeerleader@utep.edu or
Claudia V. Garcia, Peer Leader Manager, at cvgarcia@utep.edu
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THE U NIVERS IT Y OF TE XAS AT EL PAS O
UNIVERSITY 1301 PEER LEADER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Peer Leaders are engaged students that possess leadership qualities and are dedicated to helping fellow UTEP
students succeed. Peer Leaders are paired with a UNIV 1301 faculty member, work directly in the classroom as part
of the instructional team, and assist with the development of the course. The UNIV 1301 themes vary by instructor,
but all sections focus on developing academic knowledge and skills, easing the transition from high school to college,
and familiarizing the students with campus resources. Peer Leaders serve as mentors, role models, and
intermediaries between the professor and students.
R ESPONSIBILITIES
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AND D UTIES :
Collaborate with the course instructor to provide instructional leadership for University 1301
Meet weekly with the assigned course instructor to assist her/him in planning the curriculum and
instructional activities, both before the course starts and throughout the semester.
Attend all classroom sessions
Coordinate with the course instructor to meet with each UNIV 1301 student outside of class at least twice
during the semester. This time period should be used to monitor the UNIV 1301 student’s academic progress
and to intervene with appropriate recommendations that could assist with the student’s retention and
success at UTEP
Assist with grading if asked by course instructor
Hold 2 to 5 office hours per week (to be arranged in cooperation with the course instructor)
Monitor students’ academic progress and make necessary referrals when appropriate
Help students become independent learners
Model good student behavior – take notes, be on time, etc.
Publicize and support the academic policies and standards of UTEP
Support and participate in the evaluation process of the Entering Student Program
Attend ALL required Entering Student Program training activities and meeting
B ENEFITS
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OF S ERVING AS A P EER L EADER :
Establish positive relationships with faculty, staff and peers within the program
Become more confident in your communication and organization skills
Strengthen your personal leadership abilities
Gain pride and satisfaction from helping others
M ANDATORY T R AINING D ATES :
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All new Peer Leaders must attend a mandatory Peer Leader Orientation scheduled on the following days and
times: Monday August 10th, 2015 to Friday August 14th, 2015, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Specific times TBA.
All Peer Leaders must attend weekly Peer Leader training and meetings to be held every Friday from 1:30 pm
to 3:30 pm. Trainings begin Friday, August 28th, 2015.
APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAININGS OR THE ORIENTATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PEER LEADER POSITION.
THE U NIVERS IT Y OF TE XAS AT EL PAS O
UNIVERSITY 1301 PEER LEADER
JOB APPLICATION
R EQUIREMENTS
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AND COMPENSATION :
Have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
Have completed a minimum of 30 college-level credit hours at an institution of higher education
Have successfully completed ENGL 1312 or its equivalent, and UNIV 1301 or UNIV 2350 by the start of the
employment date
Be enrolled full-time at UTEP (12 or more undergraduate hours) each semester
UNIV 1301 PEER LEADER WILL BE COMPENSATED $7.25 PER HOUR FOR A MAXIMUM OF 12 HOURS PER WEEK FOR 16 WEEKS.
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RECOMMENDATION RELEASE FORM
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