First Year Mentors

The First Year Mentors or FYMs are upper-class students who are here to help you during your transition. This year we have 17 FYMs to assist you. FYMs work through the summer planning fun and exciting activities to help get new students connected during Orientation. During the academic year the FYMs design and put on programs specifically for first year students to help make sure your first year at Pitt is as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible. Since the Office of First Year Experience serves all types new students, we are looking to hire a diverse group, specifically commuter and transfer students.

2013 FYM Applications are now available

Applications are due Friday, February 1, 2013 at Noon. Please print and deliver your completed applciation to 119 WPU. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

All applicants must have a 2.50 or higher cumulative GPA by the end of the Fall 2012
Semester and at the end of the Spring 2013 Semester in order to continue employment if
hired.

The application includes three separate forms:

1. The Main FYM Application

2. Reference Check Form (2 required)

3. Conduct Disciplinary Clearance Form

FYM Information Sessions

Monday, January 14th at 5pm in Dining Room B (WPU)

Wednesday, January 16th at 8pm in Dining Room B (WPU)

Thursday, January 17th at 8pm in the FYE Office, 119 (WPU)

FIRST-YEAR MENTOR INFORMATION
First Year Mentors (FYMs) are enthusiastic students whose primary responsibilities will be to work with the Office of First Year Experience to engage first-year students in the Pitt community.

FYMs will also assist with the planning and implementation of New and Transfer Student Orientation, pre-matriculation programs, First-Year Success Series and other initiatives within the division of Student Affairs.

Conditions of Employment
• Have a minimum QPA of 2.5 or better
• Classes cannot conflict with Life On Campus sessions (Mon. & Thurs. 3-7 p.m.)
• Plan to enroll as an undergraduate student at Pitt for Fall 2013
• Be in good disciplinary standing with the university
• Must live in Pittsburgh during the entire summer (May-August)
• Work at least 10 hours/week during the summer & 5 hours/week during the semester
• Comply with the University Student Code of Conduct and maintain the highest ethical and professional conduct at all times.

Qualifications
• Possess a high energy level and strong commitment to the program
• Have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for Pitt
• Display an ability to empathize with students, parents and peers
• Demonstrate an ability to work with groups of diverse individuals
• Be flexible
• Be a dedicated team player
• Be reliable, responsible and accountable for you.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Participate in and facilitate all Life on Campus sessions from May to August
• Serve as a resource person for all first-year and transfer students
• Lead small discussion groups following the Life on Campus skits
• Serve as a resource person at orientation
• Lead small and large groups of new students in discussions and activities
• Attend all bi-weekly FYM meetings
• Assist with programs including the Career Fair, PMADD, Family Weekend and etc.
• Participate in all required summer work activities
• Assist with planning & implementation of Orientation Week;
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Current First Year Mentors

David De Leon

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