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New Student Orientation

New student orientation is designed to help you make a successful transition to college life. You will meet with administrators, faculty and staff, and learn more about the diverse experiences awaiting you at Northern State.

During orientation you will have the opportunity to settle into your room in the residence hall, begin the process of developing new friendships and learn about the programs and services the University has to offer. You will be assigned to a small group led by a Wolf Pack Orientation Leader, a trained paraprofessional, who is here to help you adjust to your new surroundings.

You are encouraged to participate in each program session to maximize your orientation experience.  This is your opportunity to ask questions and prepare yourself for the adventure that lies ahead. Welcome to Northern!


2012 Orientation Leader Selection Process

Application forms will be available January 17 through February 3, 2012 for students interested in serving as an Orientation Leader for the August 2012 New Student Orientation program. Applications may be picked up in the Office of Student Activites, Dacotah Hall Wellness Center, Barnett Center and NSU Bookstore. Completed forms should be returned to the Office of Student Activities.

Students interested in applying must meet the following minimum criteria: full-time returning student for the 2012 academic year, good academic and judicial standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5), and ability to participate in all training and orientation-related activities.

For more information about the OL position and/or the selection process contact Bart Carithers, director of student activities, by emailing bart.carithers@northern.edu or calling 605.626.3007.

Selection Timeline
Applications Available: beginning Tuesday, January 17
Information Meetings: 6pm Tuesday & Wednesday, January 24 & 25
Application Deadline: 5pm Friday, February 3
Group Interviews: 10am, 2pm & 4pm Saturday, February 4
Individual Interviews: Monday-Friday, February 6-10
Offer Letters: mailed Tuesday, February 14
New Staff Meeting: 5pm Thursday, February 16


2011 Orientation Leader Staff
August 2011 Training Week

   

    

   

   

Photos courtesy of Bart Carithers, director of student activities.
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
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