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Introduction
The
WISE Residence Program (WISE RP) is an undergraduate living/learning
program which seeks to support undergraduate women in academic majors
and future careers in the sciences, technology, engineering, and/or mathematics
fields. It provides students with academic support, a community of peers
in similar majors, and leadership opportunities through participation
in a variety of activities and networks.
WISE RP RAs live in Mosher Jordan Hall and are responsible for assisting
the students on their floor, in the program, and throughout the building.
WISE RP RAs are functionally supervised by the Mosher Jordan Hall Director
and the WISE RP Associate Director.
Time Commitment
An average of 24 hours per week
Responsibilities
- Fulfill all of the advising, counseling, programming, and administrative
responsibilities outlined in the Resident Advisor job description.
- Provide programming and academic support for the WISE Residence
Program, which includes planning and facilitating two faculty "Dinner
& Discussion" programs per semester.
- Meet individually with the WISE RP residents living in your community
once per semester in order to get to know them and assess their needs.
- Assist with WISE RP special event planning.
- Participate in recruitment events and serve as a WISE RP liaison
to university units, the Ann Arbor community and external organizations.
- Attend weekly staff meetings with WISE RP staff.
Special
Qualifications
Preference may be given to applicants
with a major in science and/or engineering. Female candidates only.
Compensation
100% room & board, basic
cable, a cash stipend of $1000, and the use of a mini-fridge
for the academic year.
Contact
Information
Beth Gibney,
Associate Director
WISE Residence Program
Phone: (734) 763-6662
elgibney@umich.edu
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