Summer Orientation Transition Guide
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Career Readiness Learning Objectives: Leadership - the student will use their personal and co-facilitators strengths to lead the classroom and meet the goals of the program. Communication - the student will effectively exchange information ideas facts and perspectives with those in their classroom. Professionalism the student will be representing the university and must demonstrate effective work habits and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace. Teamwork - the student will work with a co-facilitator and will have to build and maintain a relationship together to work towards a common goal and shared responsibilities. Position Overview: The Transition Guide (TG) serves as Gannon Universitys first point of contact with our first-year students. As a representative of Gannon University Transition Guides will be expected to enhance the student experience by promoting learning and development through engagement fostering community among small groups and encouraging a culture of dialogue and understanding. Specifically duties related to the Transition Guide position include but are not limited to: Being present engaged and committed to the training process which includes: Summer Transition Guide kick-off meeting: TBD Summer Transition Guide Training: July 6-9 2026 Summer Orientation Sessions: JulyServing as a small-group facilitator for 10-16 students during all Orientation sessions Serving as a peer mentor during the transition process by supporting our students holistically communicating information and connecting them to university resources Modeling a positive attitude and growth mindset when portraying Gannon Universitys programs policies & procedures Assisting with setup and administrative tasks as needed Being fully present for setup days (the day prior to each Orientation session)
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the high-energy and robust pace of a highly active office during Orientation.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: In order to be considered as a candidate you must: Have attended Gannon University for at least 1 semester prior to July 2026 Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student for the Fall 2025 semester Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA Be able to be self-sufficient in assigned tasks as well as collaborate effectively in a new community of professional and peer staff Be able to uphold and support the Gannon University Mission Be eligible to work in the United States with no restrictions
Career Readiness Learning Objectives: Leadership - the student will use their personal and co-facilitators strengths to lead the classroom and meet the goals of the program. Communication - the student will effectively exchange information ideas facts and perspectives with those in their classroom. Professionalism the student will be representing the university and must demonstrate effective work habits and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace. Teamwork - the student will work with a co-facilitator and will have to build and maintain a relationship together to work towards a common goal and shared responsibilities. Position Overview: The Transition Guide (TG) serves as Gannon Universitys first point of contact with our first-year students. As a representative of Gannon University Transition Guides will be expected to enhance the student experience by promoting learning and development through engagement fostering community among small groups and encouraging a culture of dialogue and understanding. Specifically duties related to the Transition Guide position include but are not limited to: Being present engaged and committed to the training process which includes: Summer Transition Guide kick-off meeting: TBD Summer Transition Guide Training: July 6-9 2026 Summer Orientation Sessions: JulyServing as a small-group facilitator for 10-16 students during all Orientation sessions Serving as a peer mentor during the transition process by supporting our students holistically communicating information and connecting them to university resources Modeling a positive attitude and growth mindset when portraying Gannon Universitys programs policies & procedures Assisting with setup and administrative tasks as needed Being fully present for setup days (the day prior to each Orientation session)
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the high-energy and robust pace of a highly active office during Orientation.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: In order to be considered as a candidate you must: Have attended Gannon University for at least 1 semester prior to July 2026 Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student for the Fall 2025 semester Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA Be able to be self-sufficient in assigned tasks as well as collaborate effectively in a new community of professional and peer staff Be able to uphold and support the Gannon University Mission Be eligible to work in the United States with no restrictions
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