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FRESHMAN ADVISEMENT, RECRUITMENT & RETENTION (FARR)
NORTHERN CARIBBEAN UNIVERSITY
FRESHMAN ADVISOR APPLICATION (FA)
2013-2014
The following MUST be achieved prior to starting as a Freshman Advisor
1. MUST have completed 24 credits
2. Enrolled as a full time student
3. Must remain a full time student
4. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of above 2.5
5. Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing
This application is due to the office of MFAR by April 26, 2013 @ 1:30 pm
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: ______________________________________________
Polo Shirt Size: ______________
Home Address: _______________________________________
Phone #: (___ ) - ______________
_______________________________________
Cell #: (____) -________________
Email Address: _______________________________________
(Please use the email address that you review most often)
Student I.D. #________________
Dorm: ______________________________ Commuting: ______________________________
Current Class Status:
SO
Include an unofficial transcript
JR
SR
Major:_____________________________
Minor/Second Major:_____________________
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STUDENT INFORMATION
Cumulative GPA:
Expected Date of Graduation:__________________
Please provide us with three (3) references (no relatives) in the space provided below
(References can be from faculty, staff and/or administration. Only one student reference permitted)
Name of Reference
1. ________________________
2. ________________________
3. ________________________
Position/Department
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
JOB REFERENCES
Extension/Email
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
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PART II: FA Application
Instruction: Please answer ALL questions in this section. Attach separate sheet if necessary!
PREVIOUS/ CURRENT WORK EXPERIENCE
PREVIOUS/ CURRENT LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
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ESSAY QUESTION
Discuss some of the challenges that students face and how as a Freshman Advisor you can assist your
students in overcoming these challenges. Use specific examples.
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FRESHMAN ADVISOR CANDIDATE RELEASE
(Please read and check each line to agree to the following before signing and submitting this application)
1. Freshman Advisors must meet and communicate with officers in charge of MFAR on a regular
basis
2. All FAs must participate in a fall and spring training program with dates that will be
announced when finalized.
3. Freshman Advisors must serve as good role models and representatives of the office of FARR
and Northern Caribbean University.
4. Communicate and follow up with their respective freshman students on a regular basis.
5. Maintain at least one (1) office hours per week in office of MFAR
6. FAs are expected to remain in good judicial and academic standing with the University during
employment
I, ________________________, have read and understood the above statements for the
Freshman Advisor Job Description and requirements for employment and agree to abide by all
terms if accepted. Furthermore, I acknowledge that the information contained in this application
is factual. I give permission to the Office of MFAR to access my academic and disciplinary
records with the Northern Caribbean University. This information will be used for the sole
purpose of determining my qualifications for the position.
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Signature of Applicant
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Name (Please Print)
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Date of Application
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APPLICATION DEADLINE
Friday April 26, 2013
1:30 pm.
Office of Marketing, Freshman Advisement & Retention
Gymnatorium
No late applications will be considered!
For Office Use Only:
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Date Submitted
Time Submitted
Staff Initials
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Job Description
Job Title:
Freshman Advisor
Department:
Marketing, Freshman Advisement & Retention
Grade:
N/A (Student Employment)
Title Position Reports To:
Marketing, Freshman Advisement & Retention
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsibilities include; providing a campus tour, promote healthy and positive experience among
freshman, assist in the transition of freshman students, coordinate programming efforts with the Office
of MFAR and work on a team with other Freshman Advisors, be on time and assist with ALL major
events involving freshman:
■ Fall and Spring orientation
■ University day
■ ADVANCE
■ New Student’s Consecration Luncheon
TERMS OF EMPOLYMENT
FA’s must commit to employment for one academic calendar year. All employees are subject to review
at the end of each academic semester. The office of MFAR reserves the right to withhold the renewal of
these year to year contracts. Additionally, we can terminate employment at any time due to failure to
complete responsibilities and/or poor representation of Northern Caribbean University.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1. Be available and accessible to respective FA and staff.
2. Observe and communicate student special health problems and academic distress signals,
personal and/or social concerns and problems to the officers in charge the Office of MFAR.
3. Establishes and maintains relationships of trust and confidentiality with students and the staff of
MFAR.
4. Is familiar with campus offices and services in order to properly inform respective freshman.
5. Explain the FA role and responsibilities to respective freshmen and serve as a model of
responsible behavior.
6. Serve as a liaison between freshman students and the Office MFAR.
7. Supports and uphold the policies of the University, including being a positive role model for the
student body.
8. Completes all administrative tasks on time, including the documentation, filing, and/or
dissemination of information to students upon request and any other paperwork requested by the
Office of MFAR.
9. Attends all staff, and special meetings; these include spring, and fall training, and FA selection
responsibilities as assigned.
10. Attend periodic one-on-one sessions with the office in charge of MFAR
11. Maintain one (1) office hour per week in the Office of MFAR to assist with student needs.
12. Participate in the Freshman Orientation program held in July.
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Maintains frequent communication with the MFAR officer, including working with him/her to
establish performance goals and expectations.
14. Participate in individual evaluation sessions each semester with the office in charge. These
sessions are designed to provide positive feedback and constructive criticism relative to the
performance and effectiveness of the Freshman Advisor.
15. Participates in the recruitment, selection, training, and orientation of new freshmen.
16. Perform other related duties as assigned by the office of MFAR.
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REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, skills and abilities)
1. Demonstrates oral and written communication.
2. Ability to serve as a role model and mentor for students and staff.
3. Good interpersonal skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (If any):
1. May require frequent walking/ movement.
2. May require frequent climbing of stairs.
3. May require moderate or heavy lifting.
4. May require frequent typing.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Enrollment at Northern Caribbean University as a full-time student for one semester prior to the beginning
of the period: minimum of a 2.5 GPA thereafter and satisfactory conduct record. (Those candidates in
good standing, but not having a 2.5 cumulative average, will be considered on an individual basis,
particularly with regard to student leadership skills and involvement in campus life. If selected, the
candidate will be placed to probation and given one semester to bring his/her GPA up to the minimum
2.5)
COMPENSATION:
Current compensation for FA includes $5000.00 stipend per semester, totaling $10,000.00 per academic
year. Stipend is contingent on successful completion of responsibilities and positive performances
review by MFAR Officer.