Sophomore Year Experience

University Housing has embarked on a new initiative, focusing on the second year student living experience in the residence halls at the University of Michigan.

This program will foster the cognitive and social development of second year students through an innovative approach emphasizing student ownership.

In order to successfully fulfill this mission, the SYE Advisor will collaborate and form active partnerships with students, faculty and staff. SYE Advisor is directly supervised by the Hall Director.

Time Commitment
20 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Engage and empower residents in the design of their residential learning experience
• Mentor and support residents as they navigate personal, social, and academic challenges found throughout the second year
• Collaborate with University Housing offices and other constituent groups to develop learning experiences which achieve SYE program goals.
• Partner with the Leaders of the Sophomore Year Experience program to plan and implement programs in line with  the student-designed SYE Mission and Goals
• Build community in the residence hall by participating in and encouraging social interaction, encouraging residents to plan and implement social programming, and demonstrate consistent availability and accessibility to residents.
• Model a commitment to multiculturalism by creating and fostering a community in which all the individuals are respected, while continuing to educate both residents and staff members on issues of social identity and multiculturalism.
• Meet on-duty responsibilities as designated by the Hall Director, and attending mandatory weekly staff meetings.
• Collaborate with other Resstaff and Building team members.
• Enforce the Community Living Standards by confronting and documenting violations, while modeling personal behavior that is consistent with the Community Living Standards, Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and all state and federal laws.
• Advise, counsel, and respond to crisis situations, and inform the Leadership team or other resources.
• Build community and promote awareness at the Community Center.

Compensation
100% room and board, basic cable, and the use of a mini-fridge for the academic year.

Contact Information
ResStaffSelectionChairs@umich.edu