PEER ADVISOR POSITION Undergraduate Academic Program, University of Maryland The Sociology Undergraduate Program has openings for qualified students to work as Peer Advisors for the Undergraduate office. Peer Advisors work approximately 8-10 hours per week.

We invite applications from students who are majoring in the Sociology Undergraduate program. Peer Advisor’s main responsibilities include:  Staff the Resource Desk, which includes speaking to students about general Sociology questions, guiding students on how to research our undergraduate program, describing procedures for application to our major, assisting students with individual problems, and referring students to professional advisors as needed.  Keep the Resource Room up-to-date, well-stocked, and accessible to students, by filing, organizing information, updating resources, and photocopying.  Promote the Sociology Collective by giving presentations to sociology classes, organizations, and special interest groups.  Help organize and schedule students to work at fall informational meetings and orientation sessions.  Develop other project(s) with the advising staff to promote the undergraduate program or provide support/information to students interested in our major. These projects may include writing, public speaking, or other interests of the Peer Advisor.  Work closely with the Undergraduate Director and the Academic Advisor for all the above and for other duties as assigned.

Applications will be reviewed when all requested materials are submitted. Applicant finalists will be offered an interview. All applicants will be notified of their status by e-mail. Questions about the position and selection process can be addressed to Nicole DeLoatch, Academic Advisor, at (301) 405-6389 or [email protected]. Completed applications should be submitted to: Attn: Nicole DeLoatch 2108 Art/Soc Bldg College Park, MD 20742 Tel: (301) 405-6389, Fax: (301) 314-6892 University of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer.

PEER ADVISOR APPLICATION Sociology Undergraduate Office, University of Maryland College Park Please type or print.

Applicant Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Email: _______________________________________ UID#________________________________ Local Phone: (_________) __________________ Local Address: ________________________________________________________________________________ Street

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Classification: ____________________________ Cumulative GPA: _________________________ Major(s): ____________________________________ Minor(s):________________________________ Expected Graduation Date: _______________, 20____ I would prefer to work (check one):

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Using MS Word for Windows Using Publisher for Windows Written Communication (developing informational handouts, email announcements, newspaper articles, etc.)

Speaking to Groups of Students Advising Peers Using Electronic Mail Office and Administrative Experience Publicity (designing flyers, press releases, ads, etc.) Organizing Meetings/Scheduling

Special projects you would like to become involved in might include (check all that apply): _____ Developing Sociology Collective publicity _____ Working with returning students _____ Developing handouts and handbooks _____ Speaking to classes/groups of students _____ Designing outreach to under-represented groups of students _____ A project of my own design in which I would _________________________________________________________

Please provide the names of two individuals who can best speak about your qualifications for this position and be contacted for a reference: Name: ________________________________ Name:______________________________________ Position/Title: __________________________ Position/Title: ________________________________ Daytime Phone: (_________) ______________ Daytime Phone: (_________)____________________ E-mail: ________________________________ E-mail:_____________________________________

I certify the answers in this application are true, to the best of my knowledge. Applicant Signature: _________________________________

Date: _______________, 20_______

University of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer.