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LEADER & O-STAFF INFORMATION SESSION February 23, 2016 2016
LEADER & O-STAFF
INFORMATION
SESSION
February 23, 2016
2016
TAKE NOTE!
Not all the following information applies equally to all 15 different Froshes.
For more information on a particular Frosh or
for answers to any remaining questions, please email
Aleks Djurdjevic, [email protected]
Will either answer you directly or
put you in touch with the best person(s) to answer your questions
FROSHES
NON-FACULTY (5)• Rad Frosh (QPIRG)
• Outdoor Frosh (Outdoors Club)
• Muslim Students’ Frosh (MSA)
• Fish Frosh (Campus Christian groups)
• Jewish Students’ Frosh (Ghetto Shul)
FACULTY/SCHOOL (11)All but Law, Med, A&ES also do Discover McGill
• Arts
+ Social Work, Religious Studies
• Arts & Science
• Education
+ B.Sc. Kinesiology
• Engineering
+ Architecture
• Law
• Macdonald Campus (A&ES)
• Management
• Medicine
• Music
• P&OT
• Science
+ Nursing,
Med-P, Dent-P
NON-FACULTY FROSHESThere are 5 Non-Faculty Froshes that are different in structure from Faculty Froshes but also offer great opportunities for current students to volunteer
and help welcome our new students.
Rad Frosh Outdoor Frosh Fish FroshGhetto Shul
Frosh
Muslim
Students’
Association
Frosh
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
qpirgmcgill.org/radfrosh mcgilloutdoorfrosh.com mcgillchristians.wix.com/fishfrosh
ghettoshul.com msamcgill.wix.com/frosh
DOWNTOWN CAMPUSMay differ for each Frosh
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
Aug 22 Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 25 Aug 26 Aug 27 Aug 28
TRAINING TRAINING TRAINING TRAINING
Aug 29 Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 2 Sep 3 Sep 4
UNIVERSITY TRAINING &
FROSH-SPECIFICTRAINING
DISCOVER & ENGAGEMcGILL
CLASSES START!
FROSH FROSH
FROSH FROSH FROSH
Sep 5 (Labour Day) Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 10
LIMITED ACTIVITIESCLASSES
CONTINUE…
Note: This
is still a
tentative
Schedule.
TRAINING: All accepted Leaders and O-Staff will have to attend mandatory Training workshops offered between Thursday, August 25 and Monday, August 31. You should aim to be in town by Wednesday, August 24 to ensure that all possible workshop times are available to you. There will be a limited amount of workshops available on the Monday.
FROSH SCHEDULE: In 2016, classes will begin on Friday, September 2. Frosh is tentatively set to run from Wednesday, August 31 to Monday, September 5. You will be doing Frosh before and after classes start, which is similar to last years schedule.
MAC CAMPUSTRAINING: All accepted Leaders will have to attend a mandatory Leader Training on Friday, August 26. You should aim to be in town by Thursday, August 25 then.
FROSH SCHEDULE: In 2016, classes will begin on Friday, September 2. Frosh is tentatively set to run from Wednesday, August 31 to Monday, September 5. You will be doing Frosh before and after classes start, which is similar to last years schedule.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
Aug 22 Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 25 Aug 26 Aug 27 Aug 28
TRAINING FROSH FROSH
Aug 29 Aug 30 Aug 31 Sep 1 Sep 2 Sep 3 Sep 4
DISCOVERMAC
DISCOVERMAC
DISCOVERMAC
DISCOVERMAC
CLASSES START!
FROSH FROSH
FROSH FROSH FROSH FROSH FROSH
Sep 5 (Labour Day) Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 10
CLASSES
CONTINUE…
Note: This
is still a
tentative
schedule
INCLUSIVITYEvents, activities, and messaging should be accessible to, inclusive of,
and welcoming of ALL students.
COMMUNITY-BUILDINGBuild communities across campus and between
various members of the McGill and Montreal communities.
SUSTAINABILITYOur ability to sustain momentum from year to year,
building on successes and addressing new and recurrent challenges.
Environmental and economical sustainability, as well.
Paired with co-Leaders and guide new studentsOperations and logistics
(“The Backbone of Frosh”)
• Participate in and encourage students’ participation in events
• Guide, with a small number of co-Leaders, a group of 20-25
students to and from events on and off campus
• Maintain an exciting and engaging mood
• Promote responsible and safe interaction with other students
and the general public
• Assisting Coordinators
• Food and drink service
• Set-up and cleaning
• Logistics at off-campus venues
• Line and crowd management
• Other tasks as required.
LEADERS O-STAFF
Committed to the new students’ experience and the
sustainability of Frosh
• Outgoing, creative, energetic
• Mature, welcoming, respectful
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Conflict management
• Collaborative
• Quick-thinking and accommodating
Committed to the new students’ experience and the
sustainability of Frosh
• Responsible
• Efficient
• Cooperative
• Committed
• Good communicator
• Can work independently and in groups
QUALIFICATIONS
Discover McGill + Frosh “24/7”
(And a GREAT Leader continues to help and guide their
Froshies beyond Orientation)
Discover McGill + Frosh: Based on self-selected shifts,
varying in time and task
WORK TIME COMMITMENT
Fee to cover expenses (varies by Frosh, approx. $60-70)
Plus any non-emergency out-of-pocket expenses
EXPENSES
SOBER LEADERS• New initiatives piloted in 2013 and 2014
o Sober Groups (Leaders & Froshies)
o Designated Sober Leader(s) in a Group
• Well-Received by Students, Leaders, Coordinators, University
• Varies by Frosh; Still being piloted
• In application and interview, you will be asked this initiative
o Be honest and committed!
MAKING
McGILL ORIENTATION
BETTER THAN EVER
POST-ORIENTATION SURVEY RESULTSPercent of students who answered "Very Good" or "Excellent“
when asked to rate their overall Frosh experience
POST-ORIENTATION SURVEY RESULTSPercent of students who answered “Strongly Agree” when asked
whether their Leaders made them feel included and at ease
POST-ORIENTATION SURVEY RESULTSPercent of students who answered “Strongly Agree” when asked
whether their Leaders made them feel comfortable and treated them with respect
LEADERS IN 2015(VERBATIM COMMENTS FROM STUDENT SURVEY)
They were super nice and are probably not getting paid enough, if at all. They initiated all the fun things we
did. It wouldn't have been nearly as fun without them.
I absolutely loved my frosh leaders. They made me really excited about frosh, I wouldn't have had as much
fun if I didn't have them to keep me going. They were extremely friendly and welcoming, nice to everyone in our
group, and were relatable. I know that I can call them my friends and that they would help me out if I had a
problem even now that frosh is over. They were so FUN and I'm really glad they were my leaders!
Great group of people that inspired me to become one next year.
My frosh leaders were extremely kind and knew how to make us feel welcomed. You could see how happy
they were to be there and how much they wanted to make this experience as memorable as possible for each
person. They were responsible, informative, and knew how to keep us entertained.
Funnest and kindest leaders ever! They made me feel welcomed and safe in their care and I truly felt a part of
the faculty when with them! Excellent job!
What will your students say about you?
YOU ARE OUR BIGGEST
STRENGTH.
HELP US BE STRONGER.
Application directory atwww.mcgill.ca/peerprograms
• Applications are due March 20
• Applications are divided by Frosh
o Arts & Science is not “Arts or Science”. McGill has an Arts & Science program! #nowyouknow
o Nursing students!
o If applying to be Leader, use Nursing application. If applying to be O-Staff, go directly to Science application.
• Need to log in with McGill username and password before completing form; form will automatically
pull your email, ID, Faculty info - that you cannot edit.
(Faculty shown not correct? Email [email protected])
• Recommend applying with computer, not mobile.
• Have a photo of yourself ready! (NOTE: Photos are only used for identification purposes AFTER your interview to help
“put a name to a face” among the hundreds of applicants Coordinator selection committees will meet. Photos are not seen or
considered during the application or selection process.)
• When you have successfully submitted your application, you will get a confirmation message and
TWO confirmation emails; if you don’t, you did something wrong and your application was not
submitted
FAQMore FAQs are available on the application site
What if I am not in town for the interview?Apply. If/when you are contacted for an interview, discuss your situation. Usually, the interviewers will accommodate you and interview you via Skype, etc.
Can I apply for both Leader & O-Staff?No. If you are having trouble deciding, apply to be a Leader. During your Leader application, it will ask you to indicate if you would additionally like to be considered to be an O-Staff. If you are applying to become an O-Staff, you will not have the opportunity to also apply to be a Leader.
Can I apply to multiple Froshes?No. You cannot apply to multiple Faculty Froshes. You may apply to a Faculty Frosh and a NON-FACULTY Frosh. Some Froshes may be able to accommodate you participating in both. Others may require you to commit to one Frosh.
Am I automatically selected if I am a returning Leader?No.
Can I apply to be a Leader for a Frosh outside my Faculty?For the most part, no. Most Faculties don't accept external applicants and your application will be outright rejected, and some put external applicants on a lower preference. We do try to encourage applicants to apply to their own Faculty, since it's better for the new students to have Leaders who are in the Faculty they are entering.
MORE ways to help new students!
Student Life Ambassadors
- Correspond with new Canadian students throughout summer
- Provide resources, tips, support- Open to Canadian and
international current students
International Student Buddy
- Paired with new international students- Offer linguistic support, cultural
guidance, info about Canada/Quebec- Develop your intercultural
communication skills!- Open to Canadian and international
current students
www.mcgill.ca/peerprograms
Ways to volunteer before Orientation Week?
CSI Volunteers - Volunteer for Cegep
Student Information event on June 9th, 2016
- 800+ students attend - Setup/ Takedown, food
distribution, enforcement of event policies/ procedures, crowd control & guest registration
Logistical Volunteers
- Volunteer shifts organized throughout August
- Assist in creating 6500+ Orientation Packages for new students and 1200+ Orientation Kits (aka fanny packs!) for Leaders and O-Staff
www.mcgill.ca/peerprograms
Ways to volunteer during Orientation Week
Discover McGill Volunteer
- Assist in helping during Discover McGill
- Attended by 5000+ students- Setup, takedown, food
distribution, enforcement of event policies and procedures, crowd control, registration
Engage McGill Volunteer
- Assist in helping during Discover McGill
- Setup, takedown, crowd control, facilitation of activities and games, BBQ prep + serving
Off-Campus Connects- Event on August 29th- You can be a facilitator
(leading groups of 25+)- You can be a logistical
volunteer (setup, takedown, registration, crowd control, food distribution)
www.mcgill.ca/peerprograms
Ways to further develop Leadership Skills!
Ambassadors for Campus & Community
Engagement (ACCE) Team
● Helping students get involved on and off campus through workshop facilitation, campaigns, etc.
Career Leadership Program (CLP)
● Workshop development and facilitation with CaPS
● CV and LinkedIn Review sessions
● Outreach across campus
International Student Leadership Program
(ISLP)● For international
students!● Contributing to
development of intl programs,projects and initiatives
www.mcgill.ca/peerprograms
Ways to support the community!
Consent McGillPromo Team - Help spread the word!
Volunteer Facilitator Team - Facilitate workshops designed to empower students to identify and interrupt
potentially harmful situations
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?Comprehensive, updated FAQ on the application website!
Please emailAleks Djurdjevic at [email protected] either answer you directly or put you in touch with the best person(s) to answer your questions
