Student Engagement Leader Standards

1. Commit to the mission and vision of the International Student Programs office. 
2. Commit to the full-term August 2024-May 2025 (on campus). 
3. Engage in weekly meetings and maintain confidentiality as it relates to private or sensitive information. 
4. Conduct myself professionally with my peers and staff, which includes accepting responsibility for choices, behaviors, communication and actions. 
5. Follow through with all responsibilities assigned to my position and by my team leaders and professional staff. 
6. Pursue personal spiritual growth: explore my own passions and develop my own talents, skills, and gifts as I serve in this role for other leaders, my organization, and the campus. 
7. Serve as an ambassador of Wheaton College, embodying Christian ethics both on and off campus. 
8. Compassionately confront inappropriate attitudes and behaviors of others. 
9. Prioritize balance and perspective as a student: will maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA as well as chapel attendance requirements and not be on any probation with Student Development. 
10. Work towards adaptability and versatility in the practice of doing work with others. 
11. Grow in honesty with myself, knowing that honesty with myself results in honesty with others. 
12. Recognize my location and perspective as a leader in a certain cultural context and work joyfully to combat systems which may favor some disproportionately over others, to ensure belonging for all. 
13. Communicate clearly and truthfully with others, acknowledging that there exist different styles of communication which, though different, are equally valid. 

Student leaders must attend the following events:

1. ISP Banquet: Incoming student leaders attend ISP Banquet 2024 (Sunday, April 7, 5-9pm) and ISP Banquet 2025 (TBD April). 

International New Student Orientation (President only): President arrives on Monday, August 12th for 5:30pm dinner to prepare to lead International Student Orientation. You will help organize and facilitate Orientation week events, including Passport to Wheaton for all new international students.

2. Student Leader Training Week (all cabinet members): Cabinet members must arrive on campus by Sunday, August 18th for dinner at 5:30pm to kick off SLT week. 

3. ISP monthly Gather meetings (TBD, September-November 2024 & January-April 2025).

1. Establishing a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for international students.

2. Empowering international students by providing them with unique opportunities to reach out and engage the broader campus.

3. Building a harmonious campus community where cultural diversity is appreciated and celebrated.

4. Creating a collaborative cabinet environment by not only taking ownership of your own role's duties, but also helping others in theirs.

5.  Attending all weekly meetings and Axis events.

6.  Serving on cabinet for the full academic year.

Wheaton College Student Engagement

Student Leader Applicant Consent

2024-2025

In applying for this student leadership position within International Student Programs(ISP), I agree without reservation to abide by the expectations  of this organization, which are communicated in the job description, internal operation manual/handbook, and the student programming guide, and to reaffirm my commitment to Wheaton College and our  Community Covenant. I understand that ISP is a part of Wheaton College and seeks to serve  Christ and advance His Kingdom. As a student leader, I will honor my academic responsibilities first and leadership activities second.  I believe that we are a community bound together as brothers and sisters in Christ. Therefore, I commit myself to my colleagues in ISP,  by  seeking to love each one,  and to be a Christ-like example to them as well as to the students ISP serves.

I understand that I will not be permitted  to serve if I am on academic probation, disciplinary probation or if my cumulative GPA falls below 2.5. I understand that I may not be able to serve if I am on chapel probation. Students on chapel probation will require permission from a Student Development Dean to serve.  I agree to voluntarily resign my position if I am or later become subject to academic, disciplinary, or chapel probation. 

I also acknowledge that a student must also be cleared to serve as a student leader by various departments on campus, including: the Chaplain’s Office, Residence Life/Student Conduct, Registrar’s Office, Equity & Title IX, Student Care Services, and Student Wellness.  I agree to cooperate in any process initiated by these offices resulting from information arising out of this clearance process.

By signing and dating below, I am affirming that I meet the above requirements and give permission for the free exchange of information between representatives from all the offices listed above, in relation to ISP for verification purposes.

I understand signing this authorization is voluntary, and that refusing to sign this form does not stop disclosure of information that is otherwise permitted by Federal law (FERPA) with or without my specific authorization, consent, or permission.

This authorization will remain active for 12 months from the date of signing. I understand that I may revoke this authorization at any time by contacting student.engagement@wheaton.edu. I also understand that if I choose to revoke  this authorization,  I may negatively impact my  eligibility to be selected or continue to serve as a student leader at Wheaton College.

Please read through the position descriptions before continuing.

President (Returning cabinet members preferred)

The President casts vision and provides leadership for the Axis team. They lead weekly meetings and are responsible for overseeing the delegation and completion of tasks. The President also meets weekly with the ISP Director to support their role, provide feedback for the team, and encourage leadership development.

Vice President

 In collaboration with the President, the Vice President provides leadership for the Axis cabinet. Their focus is member care and team development. In addition they play the role of cabinet administrator, documenting team discussion, delegated tasks & plans, and maintaining the cabinet records in Google Drive.

Events Coordinator (1-2 positions)

The Events Coordinator is responsible for casting vision on possible events for the year, collaborating with other cabinets and organizations for event purposes when necessary, and taking care of logistical aspects of each event (booking rooms, supplying materials, etc.)

Business Manager

The Business Manager provides oversight for the of the AXIS budget for the year. They develop budgets for and approve purchases made in relation to all events. It is also in their power to brainstorm and suggest different ways of using the budget and acquiring funds.

Publicity and Media Manager (2 positions)

The Publicity Manager is responsible for all Axis related communications. They will run the AXIS Facebook, Instagram, and email accounts to make sure that students are aware of events and special meetings, as well as to connect with them regularly. This person is also responsible for creating posters and/or CPO notes, and distributing them to the international students.

Community Advocate

The community advocate acts as a bridge between the ISP student population and campus leaders so that international student needs are known and cared for. The advocate will provide their cabinet with context and student experiences that shape the Axis programming schedule for the year. They will regularly connect with ISP/OMD cabinet leaders and build partnerships with campus advocate organizations (example: student government, solidarity cabinet, etc.) to further promote awareness and positively influence international student well-being.