On Iowa! Student Leaders
On Iowa! is a required three-day program for first-year students held immediately before classes begin in August. Designed to complement summer Orientation, On Iowa! will build connections among students, convey University history and traditions, emphasize The IOWA Challenge expectations, and offer strategies for academic success and involvement beyond the classroom.
The heart of On Iowa! is its 300 student leaders (OISLs), who are responsible for guiding and supporting 30 first-year students. OISLs will create a welcoming environment, facilitate small-group discussions, and share their own experiences.
On Iowa! Student Leaders will receive a $100 stipend.
Apply now!
Fill out the online Student Leader Application.
Note: A one-page, typed personal statement that describes how you related to the elements of The IOWA Challenege (thechallenge.uiowa.edu), and how you might share your experiences to help first-year students start their University of Iowa careers successfully will be required to submit application.
Online On Iowa! Student Leader Application
What is expected of On Iowa! Student Leaders?
This year, 300 Student Leaders will be selected on the basis of their written application and performance during an interview. You must: have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or higher, be enrolled full-time for Fall 2012, have completed two semesters of study at The University of Iowa by Fall 2012, and be in good standing (academically and disciplinary) as a student at the University. You also must demonstrate an ability to work well with others, communicate effectively, demonstrate mature judgment, and commit to a rigorous schedule. Additionally, you need to have patience, flexibility, and strong organizational skills, be willing and ready to learn, and be willing to represent The University of Iowa with pride, energy, enthusiasm, and respect.
Prior to completing the application, please review the following required elements of all student leaders:
- Attend Spring Training (choose one):
March 24 and April 21, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
March 24 and April 21, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
March 26 and April 16, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. - Attend one required information session:
Sunday, Feb. 19, 4 – 5 p.m., Illinois Room, IMU
Monday, Feb. 20, 6 – 7 p.m., Bijou Theater, IMU
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 5 – 6 p.m., Illinois Room
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 12 – 1 p.m., Bijou Theater, IMU
Thursday, Feb. 23, 1 – 2 p.m. Bijou Theater, IMU - Interview Dates:
Make sure to bring your calendar to your mandatory information session as
you will sign up for an interview time on one of the following dates:
Saturday, February 25, 9 a.m. – noon
Saturday, February 25, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday, February 28, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Wednesday, February 29, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. - You must be available to work on these dates:
Aug. 13 (Monday) — Mandatory training session, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Aug. 14 (Tuesday) — Mandatory training session, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Aug. 15 (Wednesday) — Assist with student move-in (4-hour shift)
Aug. 16 (Thursday) — Assist with student move-in (4-hour shift)
Aug. 17 (Friday) — Training, first small group meeting, Kickoff celebration at Kinnick Stadium, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Aug. 18 (Saturday) — Small group meetings, IOWA Challenge sessions, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; evening activities (8-11 p.m.)
Aug. 19 (Sunday) — Final small group meeting, Convocation, President’s Block Party, 1-7 p.m.
Notification
Applicants will be notified of the selection results by e-mail on March 6.
For more information
For additional details, contact us or call Orientation Services & First-Year Programs at 319-335-1497.
