Student - Peer Advisor - Concurrent Enrollment

About the Role

Under the direction of their supervisor, peer advisors contribute to the effectiveness of academic advising in the First Year Advising Center. Peer advisors assist in a variety of settings and situations that may include (but are not limited to) outreach campaigns, new student orientations, group advising, and one-on-one student meetings. This position will typically assist undergraduate and prospective students either in person, by phone, or online.

Responsibilities

• General academic advising for prospective and current students.
• Effectively refer students to appropriate points of contact for each student services area.
• Provide information for prospective and current students about the majors/options within the college/school/unit for which they are employed.
• Teach students how to utilize institutional planning tools (i.e. WolverineTrack, Scheduling Wizard, etc.).
• Represent and/or support their advising unit at New Student Orientations and similar academic advising-related events.
• Communicate with prospective and current students regarding issues related to their academic progress, which may include registration, major requirements, etc.
• Serve as a first point of contact for students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a current UVU student.

Skills

• Be reliable, responsible, disciplined, confident, flexible, creative, willing to help, and an effective communicator (both orally and in writing).
• Be able to present to large groups when needed.
• Understand and believe in the mission of Utah Valley University and relate well with students, family members, faculty, and administrators.
• Have a desire to learn more about the university, its policies, people, programs, and community.