Updated by: Joseph W. Davis on 3/26/2015

IGNITE Mentor Application
Qualifications

Currently enrolled at ArizonaStateUniversity

Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or better

Have earned 30 or more credit hours (by end of spring 2014)

Completed at least one semester at ASU

Strong verbal communication skills

Interest in school spirit, mentorship, and leadership

A great and spirited attitude

Requirements

All Ambassadors Must:

Attend mandatory training in spring semester

oCredit is available for BIO 499

oTwo options for training in session B (3/17-5/2)

Thursdays from 4:00-4:50p

Fridays from 3:00-3:50p

Be present for the entirety of the camp experience (Monday, August 10, 2015 – Friday, August 14, 2015)

Maintain appropriate conduct with students, mentors, and other staff

Abide by all ASU policies and procedures during training and the camp experience

Oversee and be consistently available for a group of 16-20 incoming students during the camp experience.

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PLEASE NOTE: Only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. Qualified candidates will be contacted via phone or email.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a student mentor for the Summer 2015 session of Ignite. This packet includes this introduction letter, position description, position responsibilities, and the application. The completed application form is due by January 15, 2015 at 5pm in LSC 206. Please turn in the application to the front desk in order to be delivered to Joey Davis.

The Ignite experience is designed to serve as a kick start to the freshman year for SOLS students. During this experience, students will spend time in the mountains of Heber, Arizona. Incoming freshmen will participate in a team challenge course, experiment with science related activities, meet with SOLS faculty, and bond with fellow students.

As an Ignite Mentor, you will have the chance to develop your leadership skills as you oversee a group of eight to ten incoming freshmen during their camp stay. If selected to be an Ignite Mentor, you will receive training in regards to leadership, team building, and problem solving. Most of all, becoming an Ignite Mentor is a fantastic opportunity to get involved with other students while having FUN!

Again, thank you for your interest in becoming an Ignite Mentor. We look forward to receiving your application. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me using the information below.

Sincerely,

Joey Davis

/ 480.965.5340

Ignite Coordinator

Academic Success Specialist

School of Life Sciences

Name (Last, First, M. I.) / ASU I.D. (Begins with 1000 or 1200) / Today’s date
Local address (include apt. or room number) / City / ZIP / Local phone number
E-mail address / Major
Verify your camp availability (Initial next to the camp date):
_____ August 10-14
Class standing (check one):
Sophomore (25-55 hrs.) Junior (56-86 hrs.)
Senior (87+ hrs.) Graduate Student / Expected graduation date
Training Day Preference (Check both if available for either)
Thursdays 4pm-5pm Fridays 3pm-4pm
References: Please provide contact information for two references.
Name: / Relation to you:
E-mail:
Length of time known:
Name: / Relation to you:
E-mail:
Length of time known:
Please type your responses to the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. While there are no length requirements, please give sufficient detail to your responses.
  1. What advice would you give to a first year student in this program?
  2. What do you hope to gain from this experience?
  3. Describe an activity you would like to lead with incoming students.
  4. What has been your most valuable experience in the School of Life Sciences?

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Applicant SignatureDate

Please include a copy of your unofficial ASU transcript with this application. You may also include a resume and cover letter.

Recommendation Form

(print out a copy for each individual)

To be completed by Applicant:
Name (Last, First, Middle)
Position Applied for:Ignite Mentor
I am requesting a recommendation from (Name of Faculty)
for (Course or Subject)
To be completed by Individual Completing the Recommendation:
Name:
Title:
Phone Number:
Email Address:

(1) For how long and in what capacity have you known the applicant?

(2) In your opinion, is the student qualified to be a mentor to incoming SOLS students?

Please rate the student on the following qualities:
Quality / Excellent / Good / Poor / Not able to assess
Is helpful to other students
Puts forth quality effort
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Communication Skills
Reliability
Maturity

(3) Would you recommend this student for a mentorposition?

Very Highly Recommend / Highly Recommend / Recommend / Do Not Recommend / Unsure

Faculty Recommendation Form cont.

(4) Please write any additional comments or concerns below.

Signature of RecommenderDate

Thank you very much for your assistance with this recommendation.

Please return to:

School of Life Sciences

Student Services Office

ATTN: Joe Davis

Arizona State University

PO BOX 874701

Tempe, AZ 85287-4701

Mail Code 4701

Applicant Checklist

Only complete application packets will be considered for review. Please use this check list to ensure that your packet is complete.

I have completed all the fields on the personal information sheet.

I have signed my application packet.

I have attached a Referral Form fortwo individuals (at least one faculty member preferred)

I have included a copy of my unofficial ASU transcripts.

Application Time Frame

January 15thInitial review of applications

January 20thSelected applicants invited for Group Interviews

January 31stSelected applicants invited for Individual Interviews

February 14thMentors notified of selection

Please return to:

School of Life Sciences

Student Services Office

ATTN: Joe Davis

Arizona State University

PO BOX 874701

Tempe, AZ 85287-4701

Mail Code 4701