Orientation Leaders (OLs)

About the Orientation Leader (OL) Program

Help new Dutchmen feel welcome! As an Orientation Leader (OL), you’ll be the friendly face guiding first-year and transfer students through move-in, orientation weekend, and their first few weeks on campus.

Why become an OL?

Compensation & Benefits

A stipend of $250 for the fall semester.
Two OL shirts to be worn during NSO.
All meals are covered during training and portions of NSO.
Option to earn Immersive Credit.
Development of leadership skills, group facilitation, problem solving, and professional etiquette.
Opportunity to make new friends, have fun, and make a difference in the lives of new students and their families.

Student leader helps new students on LVC move-in day 2025

Position Responsibilities

Support all new students through New Student Orientation (NSO). This includes coming to all sessions and being an active participant.
Build relationships and connections with your mentees through appropriate communication before and during the semester.
Facilitate a welcoming environment where all students can feel included and like they belong at LVC.
Support all rules, regulations, and policies of the College.
Act as a resource to LVC and direct new students/mentees to campus resources as appropriate.
Maintain privacy with your mentees but report any required information to the appropriate campus personnel.
Connect with your mentees throughout the semester both in-person and virtually.

Requirements

Attendance & Participation

Attend all OL trainings
Attend New Student Orientation
Attend scheduled meetings as requested.
Connect with mentees at least two times in the fall semester (one individually and one inviting a mentee to an on-campus event).

Qualifications

Rising sophomore, junior, or senior
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 and stay in good disciplinary standing with the College.