The UMD Office of Student Orientation and Transition is seeking applicants to join their newest cohort of TAs to lead, educate, mentor and support new Terps. TAs co-facilitate a section of UNIV100, UMD’s one-credit seminar. This course is designed to help new students get the most out of their first semester, alongside a faculty or staff member.
UNIV100 TAs are considered student leaders and foundational members of the Office of Student Orientation and Transition. They are trained in leadership development, communication skills, helping skills and educational pedagogy to help form meaningful relationships with incoming first-year students. Learn more in the full position description or attend an information session. No prior TA experience or enrollment in UNIV100 is necessary. They will provide all the necessary training.
Highlights:
- Form meaningful connections with new Terps
- Learn skills to become a leader, mentor, and educator
- Be part of a diverse and close-knit cohort of TAs!
- Gain 4 upper-level credits (3 DSSP credits)
- Make an impact
Application Link: orientation.umd.edu/apply
Deadline: Wednesday, February 1st at 11:59PM EST
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Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to transitionprograms@umd.edu.
