Graduate Assistantships in Campus Life
 

Position Description:

Campus Life at Arkansas Tech University is seeking a self-motivated, student-focused individual interested in making a positive impact in the lives of our students. This 12-month appointment provides personal and professional development, an environment that challenges you for your best work, opportunities to gain experiences similar to that of a full-time staff member, and the cultivation of transferable skills in a fun and exciting work environment. The Department of Campus Life at Arkansas Tech consists of Campus Recreation, Greek Life, Orientation, Spirit Squads, Student Activities Board, and Registered Student Organizations

Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the coordination of the Mary B. Gunter Emering Leaders Living Learning Community.
  • Assist in facilitation of leadership programs and conferences. 
  • Assist in planning and implementation of extended orientation program, Freshman Leadership Experience.
  • Assist in implementation of annual Women's Week activities.
  • Assist in coordination of monthly and annual student leader recognition initiatives (Leader of the Month, Evening of Excellence).
  • Assist in the administration of funding allocation for student development travel and student organization aid.
  • Assist in coordation of Registered Student Organizations and fulfilling registration requirements.

 * Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

The minimal requirements for a candidate seeking this assistantship opportunity are:

  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admittance into the Arkansas Tech University Graduate College as a Master’s degree seeking graduate student
  • Ability to clear a background check
  • Availability to begin work on January 3, 2023
Remuneration:

This position pays a stipend of $1,060 per month. In addition, 18 hours of graduate credit tuition per year is covered.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Megan Bell, Coordinator of Civic and Community Engagement and Student Leadership Development at mbell11@atu.edu

Position Description:

Campus Life at Arkansas Tech University is seeking a self-motivated, student-focused individual interested in making a positive impact in the lives of our students. This 12-month appointment provides personal and professional development, an environment that challenges you for your best work, opportunities to gain experiences similar to that of a full-time staff member, and the cultivation of transferable skills in a fun and exciting work environment. The Department of Campus Life at Arkansas Tech consists of Campus Recreation, Greek Life, Orientation, Spirit Squads, Student Activities Board, and Registered Student Organizations

Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the coordination of service/community projects including:
    • Track and Report service hours on a semester basis
    • Planing and implementation of monthly Action Days
  • Planning and implementation of campus wide prgramming (Green & Gold Give Back, Women's Week, etc.)
  • Work on special projects to advance civic engagement initiatives such as recognition, outreach, new program research
  • Assist in overall program assessment
  • Planning and implementation of voter education, voter registration and voter turn out. 
  • Serve as an educational resource to students interested in community service and civic engagement

* Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

The minimal requirements for a candidate seeking this assistantship opportunity are:

  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admittance into the Arkansas Tech University Graduate College as a Master’s degree seeking graduate student
  • Ability to clear a background check
  • Availability to begin work on July 3, 2023
Remuneration:

This position pays a stipend of $1,060 per month. In addition, 18 hours of graduate credit tuition per year is covered.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Megan Bell, Coordinator of Civic and Community Engagement and Student Leadership Development at mbell11@atu.edu

Position Description:

Campus Life at Arkansas Tech University is seeking a self-motivated, student-focused individual interested in making a positive impact in the lives of our students. This 12-month appointment provides personal and professional development, an environment that challenges you for your best work, opportunities to gain experiences similar to that of a full-time staff member, and the cultivation of transferable skills in a fun and exciting work environment. The Department of Campus Life at Arkansas Tech consists of Campus Recreation, Greek Life, Orientation, Spirit Squads, Student Activities Board, and Registered Student Organizations

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development, planning, and implementation of Veteran events, programs, and projects
  • Investigate and develop new strategies to address the needs of student Veterans ans military family members
  • Assist with or direct student Veterans and military family members to information on academic programs, financial aid, counseling and support services, and other university processes
  • Serve as an educational resource to students and parents interested in VA educational benefits
  • Assist with supervision of VA work-study students
  • Assist with informational/ social media updates for student veterans and military family members
  • Prepare internal and external reports and other written correspondence 
  • Research, evaluate, and report information pertaining to scholarship opportunities and community resources
  • Assist the VA certifying official(s) in maintaining VA records and files of students receiving GI Bill® benefits; monitoring student enrollments, grades and academic progress; completing degree check sheets; and compiling student bio and enrollment information for entry into the VA electronic system (VAOnce) 

 Qualifications:

The minimal requirements for a candidate seeking this assistantship opportunity are:

  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admittance into the Arkansas Tech University Graduate College as a Master’s degree seeking graduate student
  • Ability to clear a background check
  • Availability to begin work on July 1, 2018

Remuneration:

This position pays a stipend of $1,000 per month. In addition, 18 hours of graduate credit tuition per year is covered.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Aubrey Holt, Interim Associate Dean for Campus Life, aholt7@atu.edu.

 

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Position Description:

Campus Life at Arkansas Tech University is seeking a self-motivated, student-focused individual interested in making a positive impact in the lives of our students. This 12-month appointment provides personal and professional development, an environment that challenges you for your best work, opportunities to gain experiences similar to that of a full-time staff member, and the cultivation of transferable skills in a fun and exciting work environment. The Department of Campus Life at Arkansas Tech consists of Campus Recreation, Greek Life, Orientation, Spirit Squads, Student Activities Board, and Registered Student Organizations

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of Orientation ( incoming freshmen, transfer, online, international and graduate)
  • Assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of annual fall Welcome Week
  • Assist with the development and coordination of programming for first generation students
  • Assist with the development and coordination of programming for adult and commuter students 
  • Aid in developing collaborative relationships across campus to engage various stakeholders in office initiatives
  • Assist in overall program assessment 
  • Work on special projects, such as publications, outreach, and marketing 
  • Serve as an educational resource to students and parents 
     

Qualifications:

The minimal requirements for a candidate seeking this assistantship opportunity are:

  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admittance into the Arkansas Tech University Graduate College as a Master’s degree seeking graduate student
  • Ability to clear a background check
  • Availability to begin work on July 1, 2018


Remuneration:

This position pays a stipend of $1,000 per month. In addition, 18 hours of graduate credit tuition per year is covered.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Aubrey Holt, Interim Associate Dean for Campus Life, aholt7@atu.edu