Barrett, The Honors College at ASU Downtown Phoenix campus

5 positions available for 2011-12 academic year :

1) Residential College Peer Mentor
2) Residential College Peer Mentor
3) Residential College Peer Mentor
4) Residential College Peer Mentor
5) Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador

The 4 Residential College Peer Mentors and 1 Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador will
live in the Barrett Residential Community in Taylor Place and provide substantial support to all honors students
within this living and learning community. These students will gain valuable leadership training and experience
mentoring first year students as they adjust to university life. (see full description of duties below)

Residential College Peer Mentor: Job Description

(4 positions available for 2011-2012 academic year)
If selected as a 2011-2012 Residential College Peer Mentor you will be required to participate in the following:
Early move-in and Barrett Initial training orientation (August, week before official move-in, times and locations TBA)
Assist and plan ALL Barrett Resident Move-in and Welcome Week activities (August)
Monthly community staff meetings and monthly one-on-one meeting with coordinator

Additionally, the 2011-2012 Residential College Peer Mentor is responsible for the following:

Residential College Mentoring Duties:

Mentor a group of 15-20 new Barrett Freshmen living in the Barrett Downtown Residential Halls (“B-Town”)
Contact mentees via email 2 weeks prior to school start
Send encouragement and “check-in” emails throughout Fall semester
Plan at least one 1 hour activity with peer mentor group per month, throughout the entire academic year

Residential College Programming Duties:

Work with the Barrett Residential College Student Leader (RSCL) to create, coordinate, and implement academic, social, and
service/outreach events for the Barrett Downtown Residential College for both Fall and Spring semesters
Host monthly “chat and chill” sessions between Sunday 5pm and Thursday 12 am in Floor Lounge space or Community
study room.
Update Barrett Residential College Facebook site, Hall white board, floor digiboard
Create and publish promotional materials (flyers, handouts, brochures) for events, activities and/or workshops.

Recruiting & Advising Support duties:

Provide support to recruiting and advising mission. In collaboration with the Barrett Program Coordinator for Recruiting, student is
responsible for:
Serving as a Honors Devil for entire Academic year and assisting with recruiting functions (tours and lunch chats with
prospective students)

Essential Qualifications:
Current student in good standing within Barrett, The Honors College and in ASU- (must have completed at least one academic
year at ASU and in Barrett by August 2011)
Minimum 3.5 GPA
Successfully completed HON 171 with a grade of B or better
At least one semester living experience in a Barrett Residential College
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Must be flexible and motivated self starter
Must live in Barrett Housing in Taylor Place for the 2011-2012 academic year (Tower 2)
Compensation:
$1000 stipend ($500 for Fall 2011 semester, $500 for Spring 2012 semester)

Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador Job Description

(1 positions available for 2011-2012 academic year)
If selected as a 2011-2012 Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador you will be required to participate in the following:
Early move-in and Barrett Initial training orientation (August, week before official move-in, times and locations TBA)
Assist and plan ALL Barrett Resident Move-in and Welcome Week activities (August)
Monthly community staff meetings and monthly one-on-one meeting with coordinator

Residential College Mentoring Duties:

Mentor a group of 15-20 new Barrett Freshmen living in the Barrett Downtown Residential Halls (“B-Town”)
Contact mentees via email 2 weeks prior to school start
Send encouragement and “check-in” emails throughout Fall semester
Plan at least one 1 hour activity with peer mentor group per month, throughout the entire academic year

Residential College Programming Duties:

Work with the Barrett Residential College Student Leader (RSCL) to create, coordinate, and implement academic, social, and
service/outreach events for the Barrett Downtown Residential College for both Fall and Spring semesters
Host monthly “chat and chill” sessions between Sunday 5pm and Thursday 12 am in Floor Lounge space or Community
study room.
Update Barrett Residential College Facebook site, Hall white board, floor digiboard
Create and publish promotional materials (flyers, handouts, brochures) for events, activities and/or workshops.

Recruiting & Advising Support duties:

Provide support to recruiting and advising mission. In collaboration with the Barrett Program Coordinator for Recruiting, student is
responsible for-
Host prospective students (of same gender) for overnight stay in personal “super single” residential room in Tower 1
Participate in SED's (Student Experience Days) for prospective students, including scheduling honors class visits ,
Downtown campus tours, and lunches with current students

Essential Qualifications:
Current student in good standing within Barrett, The Honors College and in ASU- (must have completed at least one academic
year at ASU and in Barrett by August 2011)
Minimum 3.5 GPA
Successfully completed HON 171 with a grade of B or better
At least one semester living experience in a Barrett Residential College
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Must be flexible and motivated self starter
Must live in Barrett Housing in Taylor Place for the 2011-2012 academic year (Tower 1)

Compensation:
$1000 stipend ($500 for Fall 2011 semester, $500 for Spring 2012 semester)
Entire Super Single Room in Taylor Place Tower 1 for double room occupancy rate ($7375/year)
 2011-2012 APPLICATION
Please circle which of the following positions you are interested in applying to:
Residential College Peer Mentor
Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador

Name (Please Print) _________________________________________________________________________________________

ASU ID # (begins w/ 100)____________________________

Current Address ______________________________________________ City ___________________________________________

State _____________________ Zip __________________________ Phone # ______________________________________

Summer Address _____________________________________________ City __________________________________________

State _____________________ Zip ________________________ Phone # ______________________________________

Email Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Date of Birth ___________________ Age ______________ Gender _______________ T-Shirt Size ________________________

Do you currently live on Campus? Y N If Yes: Where________________________________

Have you ever lived on Campus? Y N If Yes: Where?_______________________________

Have you already applied to live at Taylor Pace? Y N If Yes: When?_______________________________

Academic Status for 2011-12: Sophomore Junior Senior

Cumulative GPA: __________________ What is the college of your primary major? ___________________

What is your primary major? _______________

Other Majors/Minor/Certificate? _____________________________________

-Short Answer Questions-

Please thoroughly answer ALL of the following questions, typed on additional pages (Please keep each answer less than
250 words):

1. Describe your understanding of the duties of the Residential College Peer Mentor or Residential College Peer
Mentor/College Ambassador. Why do you think you are a good candidate for the position? What qualities do you have
that will make you an asset to the organization?

2. Identify your personal and professional goals. How could serving as a Residential College Peer Mentor or Residential
College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador assist you in reaching these goals?

3. Why did you choose to become a member of Barrett, the Honors College?

4. Please list all of your campus, community, and extracurricular involvements. If selected for the position, how will you
manage your schedule to fulfill your duties?
 Programming Scenario

If selected as the 2011-12 Residential College Peer Mentor or Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador, you
must implement a series of events, programs, and activities designed to develop and foster a community for new Barrett
Downtown freshmen. There are approximately 75 residents in the Barrett Residential College and you have a budget of
$300. You have been asked to create a social event for the entire 75 students. “Social events” should be fun, engaging,
and allow for students to interact with each other in a non-academic setting. Try to connect them with the Downtown area
as much as possible. (Some examples are: Night at the Phoenix Art Museum, First Fridays Visits, Playstation
Tournaments in Wells Fargo Student Union)

In the space below, please describe your event. Include as many details as possible and do not go over budget. (You may
attach additional pages). Be creative!

Social Event:

a. Description:

b. Location of event:

c. Total estimated time:

d. How will this event aid in community development?

e. Materials needed:

f. Total Estimated Costs:

 REFERENCES

List two (2) references (at least one must be from ASU) and their current contact information (phone and email).

1. Name: _________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________

Email: _________________________________________ Relationship: _______________________________

2. Name: _________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________

Email: _________________________________________ Relationship: _______________________________

-SCHEDULE INFORMATION-

Fall 2011:
Please attach a copy of your Fall 2011 academic schedule to this application. Please also include a list of extracurricular
activities you will be involved in for the Fall 11 (include clubs, internships, jobs, sports, volunteer service, etc.).

Current Schedule:
Interviews for the Residential College Peer Mentor or Residential College Peer Mentor/College Ambassador positions will
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take place the week of April 6 -14 . If asked to interview, please list 4 possible times during this week when you are free.
Interviews will be approximately 1 hour long.
 PHOTO RELEASE

 I authorize Arizona State University to use my photograph(s) from Barrett activities in university publications &
publicity materials produced and distributed in support of Barrett, The Honors College and ASU.

 I do NOT authorize Arizona State University to use my photograph(s) from Barrett activities in university publications & publicity
materials produced and distributed in support of Barrett, The Honors College and ASU.

Do you require any special accommodations?

I acknowledge that the information in this application is factual and is a realistic assessment of my abilities. Because I recognize that
being an Academic Mentor/Program Ambassador carries with it both privileges and responsibilities, I hereby give permission to Barrett
to obtain information regarding my ASU academic and disciplinary records. This information will be used for the sole purpose of
determining my personal attributes and suitability for this position.

Student Signature__________________________________________ Date____________________

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Application deadline: April 1 , 5 p.m.

Application instructions: Once completed, please submit your completed application, including a copy of your
resume, in person or via mail to: Jill Johnson, Program Coordinator, Sr., Barrett Downtown

(Only completed applications will be considered.)

Mail:
Barrett, the Honors College– Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix campus
411 North Central Avenue, Ste 166
Phoenix, AZ 85004-0687
*Attn: Jill Johnson

In person:
University Center, Suite 166