Leadership Training Course (LTC):
What does it take to become a leader of outdoor adventure activities? How do you get practical experience and training to effectively lead groups? How do you meet other people on campus who enjoy wilderness travel and exploration? The answer to these questions is to enroll in the UCSB Adventure Programs' Leadership Training Course If you have been searching for hands on practical training as an outdoor adventure leader then you have found it. UCSB Adventure Programs staff are chosen from those who have gone through our Leadership Training Course (LTC). We offer an intensive course for those interested in leading groups through adventure experiences in the outdoors. Kayaking, rock climbing, leadership skills, risk management, group dynamics, trip logistics, wilderness first aid, leave no trace and much more are cover ed in this comprehensive course. The course will be taught during the Fall and Winter quarters. Evening and weekend days will be part of the training times. Space is limited so an interview process will determine admittance to class. If you are interested, please come to the orientation meeting to learn more. There is no obligation or cost to attend the orientation meeting. Please contact the Adventure Programs office regarding the orientation meeting by calling 893 3737 or www.recreation.ucsb.edu
Leadership and Teambuilding (ESS 7):
Looking for 2.0 units that focus on fun and challenge? This course is an introduction to experiential education using a traditional Ropes Challenge Course and group initiatives as the medium. Team building, personal awareness and goal setting skills are developed; overcoming fears, mutual support, and trust are fostered through a supportive yet challenging environment. A portion of our lab will be spent in a harness climbing, falling, and swinging through the air. Space is limited to 22 so make sure you attend the first class. For more information, contact 893-3737 or www.recreation.ucsb.edu
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Associated Student (AS) is the student government and the official student voice on campus. Executive Officers and Representatives are elected each spring to the Executive Board and Legislative Council respectively. Legislative Council expresses student opinion to the UCSB and University of California system-wide administrations and maintains the policies, revenue and conduct of Associated Students. In addition to the elected positions, there are dozens of appointed positions on AS Boards and Committees, Administrative Advisory Committees, and Academic Senate Committees where students can gain leadership experience and represent student opinion. Please refer to our website (www.as.ucsb.edu) for more intimate and detailed information.
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Without the initiative and leadership of its nearly 200 student employees, Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS) would not be able to accomplish its mission of providing tutorials and study skills assistance to all students. Sophomores can begin their career at CLAS by serving as intake counselors. These are the front-line folks who use their initiative and insight to assess students' tutorial needs, register them in groups or workshops, and/or direct students to appropriate learning skills counselors for individual assistance. Juniors and seniors apply to work at CLAS as study skills or subject matter tutors. In addition to demonstrating a refined understanding of the subject matter they tutor, each student tutor must show judgement, tact, and creativity in conveying their knowledge to their students. CLAS takes applications year round but hire most of its student staff in Spring quarter. For more information check out our WEB page: www.clas.ucsb.edu
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UCSB Washington Program
The UCSB Washington Program offers a unique opportunity for students to integrate an in-depth experience in the Washington policy world with their UCSB academic program. Participants spend a quarter in Washington DC interning in a government agency, non-profit organization, or private sector firm and living at the new University of California Washington Center. UCSB students also participate in a weekly seminar and complete a research paper. Students receive a minimum of 12 units of academic credit for their Washington quarter. UCSB accepts approximately 30 students per quarter into this program. Program details and application information may be found at www.Ltsc.ucsb.edu/urca
The University of California Center in Sacramento Program
The University of California Center in Sacramento (UCCS) Program is a residential program that combines an internship with research, and coursework. In addition, students have the opportunity to observe public policy processes firsthand in our state´s capital. Students maintain full-time enrollment at UCSB while working in a structured internship with an agency or organization of their choice in Sacramento. Students earn a minimum of 12 units of academic credit during their quarter at UCCS. The Program is offered during the winter, and spring quarters and during the summer. For more information visit the Program´s website, uccs.universityofcalifornia.edu Application materials may be obtained from staff in the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) Office, 2105 North Hall.
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EOP is committed to providing a support and information base that validates each student´s experience and nurtures a sense of participation, belonging and empowerment. Our department offers several paraprofessional positions that will encourage you to think critically and act creatively as you serve as mentors to our student body.
These positions offer leadership and service experience through teamwork. EOP conducts hiring for all student staff positions every winter quarter. Our positions include:
- EOP Peer Advisor
EOP Peer Advisors are assigned to incoming and continuing students with the goal of providing outreach, support and facilitating their transition to the UCSB college experience.
- Cultural Services Intern
EOP Cultural Services interns serve in a paraprofessional capacity to the program Coordinators in developing and implementing cultural programming. They also serve as cultural center liaisons to student organizations & ethnic academic departments, assist in creating a culturally welcoming community for students of color, help create a campus awareness of diversity issues and concerns, assist in promoting an awareness/understanding of the importance that culture plays in academic success, and serve as operational office staff for assigned Cultural Center.
- Summer Transitional Enrichment Program Team Leader
STEP Team Leaders coordinate the efforts of the STEP RA team and reports to the Resident Directors. In addition to the responsibilities as a RA, a Team Leader is responsible for creating and delivering a number of events and activities during STEP.
- Summer Transitional Enrichment Program (STEP) - Resident Assistant
STEP RA assist incoming frosh in their transition to college life through a two-week academic bridge program. Under the direction of the STEP Resident Directors and STEP Team Leaders, the RA works on a daily basis with students, individually and in-groups, providing support, information and the necessary structure to maintain a large group living environment.
- Freshman Summer Start Program (FSSP) - Peer Advisor
The Peer Advisor is responsible for assisting with FSSP, which is designed to support first year students academically, socially, personally, and culturally, while helping to establish a nurturing learning support network in the residence hall and in the larger UCSB community.
For further information about all EOP student staff positions, please go to www.sa.ucsb.edu/EOP or call (805) 893-4292.
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The MultiCultural Center (MCC) offers students a hospitable and safe space to promote changes in attitudes and behaviors that at the same time develop and enhance their leadership and activist skills. The Center works closely with student groups and student leaders on a myriad of programs designed to inform and educate on issues of race, ethnicity, identity, class and sexual orientation that promote and increase cultural awareness, interaction and education. Through this type of guidance, the MCC strives to provide intellectual integration between activism, personal development and scholarship, essential elements of good leadership. Employment in the Center offers students a place to follow their passion for social justice issues and to acquire skills they can later on apply in a wide variety of professions. In fact, several of the Center´s former student assistants at present hold positions in different colleges around the state.
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The Office of Student Life Leadership programs are part of the campus´ efforts to provide students with a variety of leadership development opportunities. We sponsor the University Leadership Certificate Program (LCP), which is a co-curricular program to help students develop into future leaders with integrity and dedication to their respective interests. The LCP is designed to value a diversity of styles as well as to develop awareness and understanding of various leadership approaches, styles and attitudes. The program will: introduce students to the theories and concepts of leadership; enhance student leadership skills; develop awareness of major social issues confronting our global community and leaders; enhance student's academic experience without impeding regular progress toward the degree; and acknowledge the involvement and dedication of student leaders. We also sponsor the annual student leader retreat and conference, teach ED 173, Introduction to Leadership, and offer a number of intern opportunities. The OSL registers over 300 campus organizations with myriad leadership opportunities. Check out these organizations at http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/orgs/search/index.asp?Action=SearchByOrg
Come check out the possibilities for YOUR leadership development at our website http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/osl/LeadershipDevelopment Or better yet come and meet with one of our staff who´d like to assist you in finding the resources and experiences that can help you develop your leadership skills and abilities. You can find us in the Student Affairs and Administrative Services Building, Room 2201,or give us a call at 893-4569 (and ask for Carolyn or Britt).
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Orientation Staff is an excellent leadership position on campus which offers students the opportunity to gain skills in public speaking, group facilitation, program development, and university outreach. This team-oriented position works directly with the entering students, their parents, and the entire campus community.
Each year during winter quarter, Orientation Programs hires 27 student staff members. Two students are hired from among previous staff members to act as Coordinators. Twenty-five students are hired to participate in a three month training during spring quarter and to help plan and implement the upcoming Summer Orientation sessions. The selection process includes informational meetings, and individual and group interviews.
The Orientation Staff experience begins with part time work Spring quarter with weekly paid training sessions and continues with full-time work through the Summer months (mid-August). Orientation Staff members are trained to be peer academic advisors, to lead presentations, facilitate workshops, and implement many other activities that have a direct impact on over 8000 new students and their parents.
The position pays $8.25/hour through the spring and summer and meals are provided during summer work hours. Orientation Program hires a wide variety of students who have just completed their freshmen year, just transferred to UCSB, through those students who have just graduated (June prior to summer work). Unfortunately, summer school attendance and additional employment are not possible while a member of the Orientation Staff team.
Orientation Staff members often share that being a member of the Staff was a life-changing experience and that they learned more about themselves and UCSB than they thought was ever possible!
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If you are looking for a leadership opportunity Residential Life has something for everyone. We offer some excellent paid and volunteer leadership positions for students looking to build community within our residence halls. These include;
- HIV/AIDS Safer Sex Peer-
These students promote a safer sex lifestyle through programming and condom distribution. For more information on becoming a Safer Sex Peer talk to your Resident Assistant.
- Residence Hall Review Board-
The Review Board is given the responsibility of adjudicating cases in which a student has been found in violation of residence hall policies. For more information on becoming part of the Residence Hall Review Board speak to the Resident Director or Assistant Resident Director of your building.
- Multicultural Awareness Chair-
This paid position gives students the opportunity to enrich the cultural awareness within their residence hall. Each MAC is given a programming budget and meets regularly with the building staff. For more information on becoming a MAC speak to the Resident Director or Assistant Resident Director of your building.
- Programming Assistant-
This paid position is unique to Francisco Torres. They are charged with presenting social and educational programs to the residents living in FT. Contact the Francisco Torres General Office for more information.
- Desk Attendant-
These paid positions are hired within each residence hall in the early Fall. Desk Attendants carry many roles from building community to maintaining the safety of the building. If you are interested in being a DA speak with the Assistant Resident Director in your building.
- Resident Assistant-
The hiring process for these positions begins early Winter quarter. Resident Assistants have many responsibilities in the halls from assisting with the college transition, referring students to resources, maintaining safety and community policies and providing several programs enriching the community. If you are interested in being an RA check out this website at the end of Fall quarter for more information. www.housing.ucsb.edu
Another fulfilling way to get involved in leadership is through the Residence Halls Association (RHA). There are dozens of elected and appointed positions available each year to the students living in our residence halls. For more detailed information about these opportunities contact the Assistant Resident Director in your building.
- loor/House Leadership-
Talk with your RA about the many opportunities for you to become a leader on your own floor or house. From being a floor/house representative to the Hall/Neighborhood Council or creating a special position there´s plenty of opportunities for you to make a positive impact on your community.
- Hall/Neighborhood Council-
These positions are elected in the early Fall within each residence hall. Positions include; President, Administrative Vice President, Treasurer, Activities Chair, Health Advisory Chair, etc.
- Residence Halls Association (RHA) Executive Board-
This board of students is elected in the Spring with the exception of the Freshman Representative at Large positions which are appointed in the Fall. This board is responsible for managing a budget made up of student money and presenting dozens of large-scale programs throughout the year. Positions include; President, Administrative Vice President, Treasurer, National Communications Chair, Programming Vice Presidents, Representative at Large, Media Coordinator, Project Care Director and Web Manager. For more information about RHA please visit the website. rha.housing.ucsb.edu
RESOURCE CENTER FOR SEXUAL & GENDER DIVERSITY
We offer three Internship positions:
(paid positions @ $500/quarter)
- Undergraduate student intern
- Anti-racist community intern
- Graduate student intern
These student interns work closely with our office to develop and implement projects that address issues facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, & intersex students at UCSB. The intern projects are designed to promote a safer, more welcoming campus climate.
In addition, we also hire 2-3 student work-study positions for our front desk ($7.50/hour). These students are responsible for answering the phones and greeting visitors to the Resource Center. They manage our lending library of books and videos and distribute information about LGBTQIA campus resources.
Volunteer positions include:
- graduate & undergraduate student representatives on RCSGD Advisory Board
- student reps for EUCALYPTUS University committee on LGBT Concerns
- student speakers for LGBTQ Speaker's Bureau
- miscellaneous student participation in various activities (Pride Week, Gay-Straight Alliance Consortium, LGBTQIA Student Conferences, etc.)
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Health Education Internships
Peer Health Education Interns are trained through Education classes to empower other students to make informed decisions about their health. Top performing students are selected by application to become Interns who provide information and support healthy choices at UCSB through presentations, campus campaigns and events. Internships emphasize Alcohol & Drugs, Healthy Eating & Living, Sex & Relationships, and specialized opportunities for Greeks, athletes, first year and LGBTQ students. Once involved in our internships there are several additional leadership positions available including undergraduate Teaching Assistants and Internship Coordinators.
http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/studenthealth/HealthEducation
Student Health Advisory Committee
The Student Health Advisory Committee or SHAC is comprised of representatives from several student organizations and departments on campus. Topics vital to physical and mental health are discussed, and members are invited to examine, evaluate and make recommendations on issues pertinent to the operation of Student Health. SHAC members have made significant contributions to the organization and operation of Student Health. They have worked to place crucial Student Health issues on student election ballots and have campaigned to have these issues passed. SHAC extends an invitation for any student to come to its meetings. Students have the opportunity to meet other campus leaders and get involved in sub-committees such as Website and Public Relations. Stellar students may have the opportunity to become interns w/ the SHS Public Relations manager to further develop a particular health focus.
http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/studenthealth/shac
Patient Advocate for Student Health
The Patient Advocate is the student liaison between Student Health staff and UCSB students.
The Patient Advocate works closely with SHS administration to be sure students are represented
and get what they need out of their Student Health experience.
Some projects include reviewing and following up on student comments, working to promote SHS
(i.e. Nexus opinion articles, Santa Barbara News-Press opinion articles, etc.),
and representing Student Health on committees and at various functions on campus and in the community.
www.sa.ucsb.edu/studenthealth/PatientAdvocate
Student Health Outreach Interns
Outreach Interns work 10 hours per week on health issues affecting the campus community. In conjunction with Public Relations Manager, Interns identify health issues and educate students. Topics include: flea market contact lenses, new PAP guidelines for women, the importance of receiving your flu shot, the overuse of antibiotics and the "morning after" pill. Contact Aleisa Pfau at 893-7857 for more information.
Volunteer Physical Therapy Aides
Students interested in the field of Physical Therapy are trained and mentored by SHS staff. Volunteers work at least 2 hours per week and must commit to at least one full quarter. Contact Gloria Hulbert at 893-3193 for more information.
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