UNT Division of Student Affairs - Graduate Assistantship Job Listing 2013-2014
Admissions
Position Description
This graduate assistant will be responsible for assisting the Undergraduate Admissions staff in multiple ways.
The successful candidate will be flexible in their job duties, but will be willing to assist in the daily office
functions. The candidate will successfully learn admissions requirements and apply them to interactions with
students through various environments to include; the office, fairs and presentations. This position includes
responsibility for various assigned projects through other parts of the office. This position engages in the
coordination and implementation of recruitment programs and events to include; Fall Preview, Be Complete,
Spring Preview and UNT Premiere Weekend. In addition, this position may help manage a geographical
territory, process admission applications, and serve on admission committees.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor’s degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in higher education,
student affairs, campus tours or applicants highly involved at their institution (past or present). Candidates
should be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and have a general desire to learn about the
admissions process, policies and issues. Candidates should also have strong problem solving skills and the
ability to work independently.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assists with daily office functions
Assist with large scale programming – UNT Fall & Spring Preview, Be Complete, and UNT Premiere
Weekend
Assist with recruitment programs, events and one on one student interaction on campus and off campus
Communicates in person, through email and telephone with high-caliber students
Updating and maintaining various assigned databases
Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Perform other duties as might be deemed necessary for the effective operation of the Office of
Admissions
Departmental Contact:
Audra Yarborough, Assistant Director, Audra.Yarborough@unt.edu, (940) 369-8371
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Career Center - Peer/Transfer Advising
Position Description
The Career Center graduate assistant will experience the coordination and leading of the career peer advisor
program and facilitating outreach activities to transfer students and organizations. The graduate assistant will be
able to demonstrate their comprehension of the UNT Career Center services, the peer advising program and
transfer student initiatives by effectively communicating the services offered to help students on career related
topics. Each peer career advisor will be trained by the graduate assistant on resume, cover letter, job search,
social media, and other basic job search techniques and strategies. They will be responsible for arranging to
speak to students at New Student Orientation and at Transfer Student Orientation, and the graduate assistant
will work closely with the Transfer Center to determine who is in need of career development assistance.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants enrolled in either higher education administration or
counseling programs. Previous program planning and implementation experience is preferred.
Supervision/management backgrounds are highly encouraged. Knowledge of UNT student services and prior
use of Career Center is desirable.
Knowledge of basic career topics and presentation experience are needed.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the Career Center with outreach and services to transfer students. Responsible for helping with Career
events and programming targeted towards transfer students. Supervise the career peer advisor program. Work
with Career Center staff to develop and implement activities and additional program ideas for the career peer
advisor program. Assist in marketing the Career Center services and refer students to the professional Career
Advising staff. Assist all staff in Career Center programming, activities, and events. Attend Career Center staff
meetings and Career Education Team meetings.
Other possible duties include: Facilitate staff meetings with career peer advisors; hire, train, and supervise 6
peer advisors; facilitate opportunities for career peer advisors to reach out to UNT transfer students and affinity
groups; facilitate student programming such as off campus housing events, UNT resource tables, Residence
Hall programming, general Career Center workshops, individual appointments, and assist in the creation of new
career peer advisor programming; present workshops on topics such as Resume and Cover Letter writing,
Interviewing Techniques, On-Campus Job Search, etc.; market career peer advisor program to UNT students
and departments as well as help advertise for Career Center events and services; assist walk-in appointments
and mock interviews on an as-needed basis.
Departmental Contact:
Arthur Lumzy Jr., Assistant Director, (940) 565-2105, Arthur.LumzyJr@unt.edu
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Center for Leadership & Service - Leadership Programs
Position Description
The Center for Leadership & Service provides opportunities and programs to develop students to become
engaged leaders in the global community. Programs include:
 Training for students and student organizations to develop personal and organizational leadership skills.
 Opportunities for students to engage in leadership positions by planning and executing programs that
impact the campus and the community.
 Short term and long-term service programs for UNT students.
The position will supervise Leadership programs and will assist the director in expanding and enhancing new
initiatives for students.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with
students and persons of diverse educational racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, excellent written and oral
communication skills, demonstrated leadership ability, computer literacy, some knowledge of effective
volunteer programming, and knowledge or experience in student leadership development.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
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Communicates in person, through email and telephone with students about leadership opportunities,
assists students with application process, and follows up with students about leadership experiences.
Advises the LEAD Ambassadors, a student leadership board which provides leadership training to
departments and student organizations.
Assists with the Center’s programs, e.g. workshops, seminars and recognition events.
Assists with two leadership retreats, All for NT/NT for All in the fall semester and Emerging Leaders
Summit in the spring semester.
Serves as the On-site coordinator for LeaderShape, an intensive leadership institute for 65 UNT students
held in May.
Executes at least two program/workshop presentations per semester for the Center for Leadership &
Service.
Departmental Contact:
Patrice Abner, Coordinator, Center for Leadership & Service – (940) 369-8174 or patrice.abner@unt.edu
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Housing and Residential Life – Academic Initiatives
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Academic Initiatives will provide support in the area of residential learning
communities (called REAL Communities), retention efforts, and partnering with academic and student support
areas for other academic initiatives.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Initiative Development
 Assist with development and assessment of learning outcomes for REAL Communities.
 Assist with the development of new REAL Communities.
 Assist in efforts designed to increase student success and retention.
Communication
 Send periodic information and updates to REAL Community Faculty/Staff Mentors.
 Create slides and draft newsletter submissions to share information on academic initiatives.
 Assist with recruitment and marketing for REAL Communities.
Research and Assessment
 Conduct research on peer institutions and best practices of residential learning communities.
 Assist with the development, distribution, and analysis of REAL Community pre/posttests.
 Review data to provide GPA and retention numbers for REAL Communities.
 Conduct focus groups.
Event Coordination
 Assist with a few large-scale REAL Community events each year.
 Assist in the coordination of events such as Deans’ lunches and the REAL Community Etiquette Dinner.
Professional Development
 Has the opportunity to attend the SWACUHO (Southwest Association of College and University Housing
Officers) conference held in February.
 Has the opportunity to take part in Hall Director training over the summer and to attend sessions of RA
training to learn more about department and job roles/responsibilities.
Departmental Contact:
Sharon Miller, Residence Life Coordinator, (940) 565-2895, Sharon@unt.edu
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The Learning Center
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Academic Success Programs provides a great opportunity to develop skills as an
instructor, mentor, and leader. The incumbent works with the Coordinator for Academic Success Programs to
develop areas and programs within the Learning Center. The primary role of the graduate assistant is to assist
with facilitating the Academic Success Program. In addition, the graduate assistant assists the Coordinator with
the administrative tasks involving Plan Your Semester, the Learning 101 Series and the Early Alert system. This
position also represents the Learning Center and its programs in outreach opportunities, orientations, and public
awareness events. This position includes flexible scheduling and opportunity for creativity and collaboration.
Qualifications
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
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Facilitate the Academic Success Program to undergraduate students on Academic Alert
Assist with curriculum development for Academic Success Program
Develop curriculum, schedule, and facilitate Plan Your Semester program each semester
Provide one-on-one academic coaching to student in need of assistance
Help with developing Learning 101 Series curriculum and scheduling
Assist with the Early Alert request put through the Learning Center
Provide outreach as a representative of the Learning Center by assisting with presentations, orientation, and
public awareness events
Assist with maintaining program statistics and evaluation
Understanding of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
Develop marketing materials for all programs associated with position
Departmental Contact
Roxanne Davenport, Associate Director, (940) 369-7006, Roxanne @unt.edu
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Multicultural Center
Position Description
The UNT Multicultural Center was established with the goal that it would be a place where students and
community members could experience the cultural wealth of the University, with a central purpose to teach
diversity through student engagement and promote student success. The Multicultural Center provides
resources, information, educational opportunities, and events that build inclusion focusing on five areas of
diversity: race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, interfaith, and disability.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with
students and persons of diverse educational racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, demonstrated leadership
ability, computer literacy, and knowledge or experience in first-generation minority issues; excellent written
and oral communication skills required.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
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Communicates in person, through email and telephone with students, staff, and faculty about
multicultural leadership opportunities.
Provides basic diversity training for students/student organizations.
Plans, implements, and evaluates at least two programs per semester for the Multicultural Center
focusing on interfaith, disability, and/or gender issues such as Soaring with Belief.
Assists with large scale events such as the Equity and Diversity Conference and Multicultural
Graduation.
Assists with resource fairs at various events such as New Student Orientation and Welcome Back Bash.
Creates and distributes a monthly newsletter highlighting upcoming events and important multicultural
issues.
Committee work as assigned.
Departmental Contact:
Cheylon Brown, Multicultural Center – (940) 565-3424 or cheylon@unt.edu.
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Orientation and Transition Programs - Freshman Programs
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Freshman Programs will work to develop and implement educational programming
for students, serve as a representative on program committees, and create assessments based on program
expected learning outcomes. A major component of this assistantship is providing opportunities for the
graduate assistant to practice communication with diverse constituent groups, demonstrate event planning skills,
and increase their knowledge about a student’s transition into the university setting.
This position reports to the Assistant Director for Orientation & Transition Programs.
Qualifications
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in orientation,
retention, and transition. The ideal applicant must be able to work with diverse constituencies and have strong
communication and interpersonal skills. Desire to assist fellow students in adjusting to and succeeding at UNT
is preferred. Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the University.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
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Assist with the coordination of Family Weekend
Develop & coordinate the First Year Photo Project (FYPP) program
Assist with developing freshman programming efforts and executing annual programs such as:
Registration Revisited, Mean Green Connection Dinner, and Academic Infusion
Participate in the TIME Speaker Fall Move-In Day committee
Create programs that support the expected learning outcomes for Freshman Programs at UNT
Assist with the assessment practices of the office
Develop First Flight Welcome Week programs
Research best practices for Freshman Program series among peer institutions
Represent Orientation & Transition Programs at resource fairs and campus events
Other duties as assigned
Departmental Contact
Stephanie Lee, Assistant Director for Orientation & Transition Programs, 940-565-3160,
Stephanie.Lee@unt.edu
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Orientation and Transition Programs – Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause, Class Identity
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause and Class Identity will gain knowledge and
understanding of working with transitional programs focused on ensuring student success. A major component
of this assistantship is providing opportunities for the graduate assistant to enhance leadership/supervision
skills, demonstrate event planning skills, and increase their knowledge about a student’s transition and
persistence through the university setting. This position reports to the Coordinator for Orientation & Transition
working with Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause and Class Identity.
Qualifications
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in programming,
supervision and orientation. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and
have a general desire to learn about student trends and transitional issues and help new and continuing students
succeed at UNT. Must be in good academic and social standing with the University.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the overall implementation of UNT’s extended orientation program, Eagle Camp. Duties and
responsibilities include but not limited to:
 Assisting in hiring, selection and supervision of Student Coordinators
 Playing an integral role in planning the logistics of each Eagle Camp session including camper recruitment,
check-in and camp locations, transportation, registration, entertainment, etc.
 Assist in hiring, training and supervising Eagle Camp Leaders
 Assist in overseeing entire Eagle Camp retreat from check-in on Day 1 to returning to campus on Day 3
Work closely with ACCESS Mentoring program, a campus-wide mentoring program for all UNT students. Duties
and responsibilities include but not limited to:
 Assisting with the coordination of all aspects of the Mentoring Program by Recruiting mentors,
Individually matching mentors with mentees, Writing and designing the monthly newsletter for mentors
and mentees, Addressing mentor and mentee concerns throughout the year
 Overseeing the planning of all Mentoring Events
 Assisting with the hiring, training, and supervision of Peer Mentors
 Planning bi-weekly Mentoring team meetings
 Assisting with the development and implementation of a Mentoring assessment plan
Assist with the development and implementation of programs (Class Identity) and civic engagement
opportunities (Class Cause) that focus on students as they transition throughout their collegiate career. Duties
and responsibilities include but not limited to:
 Assisting with the recruitment, selection and advising of Class Cause Leadership Board and Project
Managers
 Generating ideas for service projects and organizing events for students
 Assisting with the recruitment, selection and supervision of Transition Leaders and/or Class Officers
 Planning of traditional as well as new Class Identity programming
Assist and support other programming in the Office of Orientation and Transition Programs
Departmental Contact
Janice Hicks, Coordinator for Orientation and Transition Programs, (940) 565-4198, Janice.Hicks@unt.edu
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Orientation and Transition Programs - Parent Programs
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Parent Programs is an integral part of the Office of Orientation and Transition
Programs team. This position reports to the Coordinator of Parent Programs. Parent programs include Parent
Orientation, the Parent Association, Family and Sibling Weekend, and Summer Send Off Parties.
The graduate assistant position requires an invested, creative and enthusiastic individual with strong verbal,
visual and written communication skills. This individual must be committed to working with students and their
parents to address collegiate transition issues. In addition to demonstrating knowledge about campus resources
to students and their families at Parent Orientation and other outreach opportunities, the GA will work with
Parent Programs to:
 Develop and implement educational programming for parents
 Create original materials to market Parent Orientation events
 Perform some public relations functions
 Coordinate logistics for large-scale events
 Draft newsletters
This assistantship is ideal for candidates looking to enhance their skills as diverse communicators. Candidates
familiar with publication design, copy editing, and social media strategies encouraged to apply. Candidates
interested in working with multicultural parent and student populations, non-profit constituents or clients in a
customer service related capacity will be highly considered.
Qualifications
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with
orientation, transition programs, or family studies. Further, the ideal
applicant must be able to work with diverse constituencies and have strong communication and interpersonal
skills. Desire to work with UNT’s students and their parents to address collegiate transition issues preferred.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide support to the Coordinator of Parent Programs in the coordination and implementation of
programs, including, but not limited to, the Parent Association, Parent Orientation, Family Weekend,
and Summer Send-Off Parties
Assist in the development and distribution of monthly newsletters sent to Parent Association members.
Assist in the promotion and planning of critical programs.
Provide support in research and assessment needs for the Office of Orientation and Transition Programs,
as needed.
Implement a variety of new communication strategies for parents and family members, using media
such as videos, interactive polling, and social media participation
Various other tasks as assigned.
Departmental Contact
Catherine Olivarez, Coordinator for Orientation & Transition Programs, 940-565-4198,
Catherine.Olivarez@unt.edu
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Orientation and Transition Programs - Transfer Center
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for the Transfer Center is an integral part of the Orientation and Transition Programs
team. This position reports to the Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs responsible for the
Transfer Center. The Transfer Center promotes campuses resources and develops effective programs and
activities to help UNT transfer students make an easy transition to the University.
The assistantship is focused on providing the graduate assistant learning tools to demonstrate increased
knowledge of event planning and transitional issues. This individual must possess strong written and verbal
skills. The Transfer Center GA will work with prospective, incoming and current transfer students.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor’s degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in higher education
administration, student affairs, or counseling. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively orally and
in writing and have a general desire to learn about transfer student trends and issues.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
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The graduate assistant will focus his/her time with the Transfer Ambassador program including helping
supervise 4-5 Transfer Ambassadors
Conduct weekly meetings and ongoing training with Transfer Center team
Oversee event implementation, including promotion and assessment of Transfer Mixers, Transfer
Talkbacks and all other programs that come out of the Transfer Center
Assist with the creation and distribution of materials and database management
Outreach to prospective and incoming transfer students at Transfer Orientation, Transfer Open Houses,
Community College visits and Parking Lot Promotions
Oversee ACT Mentoring Program
Assist with planning and scheduling of events
Assist in the creation of a monthly newsletter
Provide support with research and assessment tasks
Various other tasks as assigned
Departmental Contact:
Ashlea Coulter, Coordinator of Transfer Center, ashlea.coulter@unt.edu, 940-565-4241
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Student Affairs Administration, Special Projects
Position Description
Work/report directly to Coordinators of Student Affairs Administration, and assist, organize, and manage
various special projects within the department. Promote the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the Division of
Student Affairs and the University of North Texas. Fulfill other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University
of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in:
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Microsoft Office Programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher)
Comfortable with research and organization of information/data into presentable material.
Excellent communication skills and ability to cooperate with a number of constituents (students, faculty,
staff, administrators, parents, future students).
Team player and willing to assist where needed.
Ability to create/design marketing or publishing materials.
Comfortable planning, promoting and carrying out large-scale programs.
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Coordinate meetings for the Event Safety Committee, and attend events to ensure safety measures are
being followed.
Assist with the advisement of the Student Alumni Association and participate in philanthropy events.
Create programs that promote the spiritual wellbeing of students.
Assist with advising Green Jackets, NT 40, and student alumni group.
Assist with departmental programs (Honors Day, international initiatives, alumni events).
Create publishing/advertising materials for programs and events.
Serve on various campus committees.
Research topics in higher education for presentations or reports.
Create surveys, conduct focus groups, and compile data for assessment purposes.
Be available to assist others within SAA and the VPSA Office.
Be available to work occasional evening and weekend events.
Meet with Coordinators or weekly.
Attend bi-weekly departmental staff meetings.
Departmental Contact:
Michelle Bradley/Jon Bartlett, Coordinators for Student Affairs Administration,
(940) 565-3355/(940) 565-3288, Michelle.Bradley@unt.edu / Jon.Bartlett@unt.edu
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Student Money Management Center
Position Description
To further the educational outreach, marketing, social media, and research efforts of the Student Money
Management Center. The center, an outreach program administered by the Division of Student Affairs, provides
tools and solutions students need to achieve financial independence. Team members partner with students from
their first day on campus through graduation to strengthen and expand their money management knowledge and
skills. More information can be found at http://moneymanagement.unt.edu.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
The Graduate Assistant serves under the supervision of the Program Coordinator as the primary coordinator and
contact for the center’s outreach, marketing, and social media efforts. Secondary support will be required for
research and consultative services. The Graduate Assistant will also work closely with S2S Peer Mentors in the
development of educational programs and initiatives.
Marketing Outreach Duties:
• Coordinate marketing activities, including print and online forums.
• Regularly update all social media outlets.
• Coordinate blog activities, postings, and content management.
• Coordinate updates and enhancements of website.
• Oversee on-campus marketing efforts, tabling, event participation, and other outreach activities.
Educational Outreach Duties:
• Lead team identification and scheduling of outreach programming.
• Coordinate staffing of all outreach programs.
• Assist with room reservations.
• Ensure online posting of programs and events.
• Oversee inventory of outreach programming materials.
Research Duties:
• Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity.
• Manage data collection projects as assigned by assistant director.
• Assist staff in design, execution and evaluation of research projects, including literature reviews, surveys,
focus groups, data integration, and analysis.
• Produce written, tabular, and visual materials for research reports and presentations.
Departmental Contact:
Rachel Grimes, Program Coordinator, 940.369.7761, rachel.grimes@unt.edu
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University Union - University Program Council (UPC)
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant (GA) will serve on the advising team for the University Program Council (UPC), the
programming board of the University of North Texas. UPC plans and implements around 50 events per
semester that range from speakers, films, to trips off campus. As an advisor for UPC, the applicant will have
responsibility of advising student leaders, assisting students in program development and implementation, and
assisting with assessment projects.
The GA will serve on departmental committees and task forces as assigned by supervisory personnel and will
have opportunities to create and implement intentional experiences that support the University Union and the
University mission. There will also be opportunities to present programs, participate in personal and
professional development activities, and assist with special projects when requested.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Advisement of Student Groups – Provides advisement to the University Program Council (UPC), which
include, but are not limited to, on-site event support and implementation; recruitment and selection;
officer and member development; advisor relations; risk management; facilities use and reservations;
university operating procedures; and overall student group development.
2. Programming – Plan and implement large-scale programming for the University of North Texas campus,
which include budgeting, contracting, promotions and marketing, event management, and assessment.
Programs may include, but are not limited to, First Flight, Homecoming, University Day, Union Fest,
Eagle Insomnia, Friday Night at the Hill, various resource fairs, workshops, leadership conferences, and
retreats.
3. Operations – Be familiar with and knowledgeable of University Union procedures and operating policies,
and professionally communicate them to various tenants and guests as it relates to reservations, room setup, custodial services, ticketing, solicitation, and emergency preparedness.
4. Committee Responsibilities – Represent University Union on departmental and Division committees as
assigned.
5. Assessment & Research – Support and administer program or department assessments to provide
information on student learning outcomes. Research information and resources for risk management;
programming board services and training; recognition programs; and compliance with Council for the
Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS).
6. Administrative Responsibilities – Assist with record keeping and historical archiving; assessment; and
other generalist functions within the University Union.
Departmental Contact:
Molly Orr
Program Coordinator
940.565.3820
Molly.Orr@unt.edu
Sergio Renovato
Program Coordinator
940.565.3830
Sergio.Renovato@unt.edu
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