Become an Orientation Leader
As a Golden Bear Orientation Leader, you become part of a team that works collaboratively to welcome and orient new students to the UC Berkeley community. Using your own experiences and perspectives, you will help guide incoming students through a multi-day program in August, helping them explore academic life, campus involvement, and everything that UC Berkeley has to offer. This is a unique volunteer opportunity to:
- meet and mentor a diverse, dynamic student group
- develop leadership skills
- be a positive influence while having fun
How to Join
Apply for the GBO Leader Position by February 22, 2023.
Benefits for You
There are so many benefits to becoming a GBO Leader. Here are just a few:
- Leadership and professional development
- Building your skills as a mentor
- Extending your “Berkeley family” and learning more about campus resources
- Creating memories with the GBO community
- Exploring the Bay Area with new students
- Attending the Chancellor’s Reception
- Getting UC Berkeley gear
Important Dates
In-person activities and expectations of all GBO Leaders:
- 1:1 Supervisor Check-Ins: February 2023 – March 2023
- OL Spring Training: April 29, 2023 (full day)
- OL Spring Event: May 2023 (Exact date determined by Supervisor)
- August Intensive Training: August 12-14, 2023 (full days)
- Golden Bear Orientation: August 16-22, 2023 (full days)
Role Description
- Serve as a role model for new students by displaying the responsibility and maturity of a continuing student.
- Actively participate in all required events, which will be in-person for GBO 2023, including meetings, Orientation Leader training(s), and GBO events.
- Facilitate activities and conversations related to Bear Foundations (program on diversity & inclusion), Bear Pact (program on sexual violence and mental health), and other small group discussions.
- Work collaboratively with your pair to orient and create a positive experience for incoming students. This year OLs will be allowed to have the opportunity to choose their pair via a mutual selection process.
- Create an inclusive and welcoming community for all new students.
- Promote full participation for new students in GBO.
- Guide students to various locations and program points throughout GBO.
- Answer fundamental questions about UC Berkeley.
- Be prompt, prepared, and positive.
- Be able to work well with a diverse group of people and work styles, and to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Be willing to grow both personally and professionally.