Leadership



Dear Interested New Student Orientation Leader:

Congratulations on your first step to becoming an Orientation Leader!

Come learn about being a New Student Orientation Leader (OL), what this experience can mean to you, and the opportunity to gain new skills and meet other potential New Student Orientation Leaders.

We will have information sessions on:

  • Dates will be posted at the beginning of 2013 spring semester
  • Time & Locations- TBA

We will be discussing what will be expected of you as an Orientation Leader and what you can expect from us, your Orientation Team. Be ready to ask any questions you have regarding Orientation, as we are ready to answer them all.

We look forward to meeting you!


New Student Orientation Staff 2013

Each year the Office of Student Development selects a group of mature and dedicated undergraduate and graduate leaders to assist with the implementation of the New Student Orientation Program during the 2013 calendar year. Orientation Leaders serve as mentors for new students who are making the transition from their previous environments to Cal State University, Northridge through:

  • Leading groups throughout the days of Orientation
  • Facilitating discussions
  • Engaging new students in Welcome All Matador events and activities
  • Helping new students transition to Cal State Northridge
  • Assisting new student in navigating the campus and its resources

The program offers a multi-tiered system, which encourages multiple years of involvement based on an individual's growth and development. Students can find themselves becoming involved as an Orientation Leader, Matador Mentor (returners), TAKE Cast Member, and an Orientation Coordinator.

100+ Orientation Leaders are hired in this unique and rewarding experience that encourages personal and professional growth and receive:

  • Priority Registration
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Leadership Retreat
  • Transferable Leadership Skills
  • Multi-Cultural Awareness
  • Enhanced Communication Skills