2025 Orientation Leader Information and Application

Marlin Nation Orientation (MNO) Mission

MNO provides students and their families with knowledge of academic policies, student support services, and other resources that ease the transition into a small, private, liberal arts university. This is a two-part program. Marlin Nation Orientation for students and their families takes place in June. Marlin Nation Orientation: College 101 takes place in August.

June MNO dates: June 20 and June 23

August MNO: College 101 dates: August 22-24

Orientation Leader Position Description

We select a group of exemplary, dedicated, and diverse students to assist with MNO. Serving as an Orientation Leader is a great distinction and rewarding opportunity. Please review our expectations and schedule. Make sure you can fully commit to all aspects of the position before applying.

Minimum Qualifications and Responsibilities
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Good disciplinary standing
- No VWU Honor Code violations
- Commitment to arrive on time and attend the required training sessions, orientation meetings, MNO in June and College 101 in August (no exceptions)
- Willingness to focus on and serve our guests
- Desire to work with diverse students and families
- Professionalism, strong work ethic, and initiative
- High energy, positive attitude, LOVE FOR VWU!
- Returning to VWU for fall 2025
Typical Orientation Leader Tasks
- Greet guests and help them find campus locations (indoors and outdoors)
- Facilitate individual and group conversations about academic and social aspects of campus
- Answer questions and explain general studies requirements, major courses of study, and electives
- Provide administrative support (ex. check-in tables)
- Move and set up supplies
- Attend all MNO sessions as directed by staff and remain attentive during sessions
- Assist with first-year move-in and community-building activities (College 101 - August Only)
Selection Process Overview
1. Review Orientation Leader information and application.
2. Complete the application.
3. Some applicants will be invited via email to interview.
4. Successful applicants will receive offers via email by spring break.
Compensation and Benefits

• $13.50/hour
• Free VWU swag (ex. Orientation Leader t-shirt)
• Optional on-campus housing during the MNO program from June 18-24
• Early move-in for fall residents on August 21
• Meals provided during orientation dates
Click next to apply!

First Name*
Last Name*
Preferred Name*
VWU Email*
Ex. bmarlin@vwu.edu
Major(s)*
Anticipated Graduation Date*
Ex. May 2025
NOTE: If you complete this application, the Office of Campus Life will verify your GPA (during application and after the spring semester).
Summer Address*
Please let us know which orientation weekends you are available for:*

June 20 and June 23 - Marlin Nation Orientation for new students and families (must also be available for Welcome Dinner/Training on the evening of June 18th)August 22-24 - New Student Move-in and College 101 Days (must also be available for Welcome Dinner/Training on the evening of August 21st)I am available to work both!
Are you a returning Orientation Leader?*

YesNo
I understand that if selected for the VWU Orientation team, I must attend the following required meetings and trainings, regardless of my assigned orientation weekend: Thursday, March 27th from 7-8 PM and Sunday, April 27th from 4-6 PM.*

I understand.
Tip: Be thorough! Spell- and grammar-check your answers. The strongest applicants will be invited to interview.
What qualities make you an ideal Orientation Leader?*
What is one thing you'd change about your first year at VWU?*
What does being a Marlin mean to you?*
What advice would you give a new student?*
List your campus and community involvements. *
Who encouraged you to apply? (if applicable)
If you've read the Orientation Leader information and you can meet the requirements and expectations, please click "submit" to send your application.

If you have questions about the expectations, please contact our orientation team at orientation@vwu.edu as soon as possible.
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