Student - Bonner Leader
Ursinus College
Location
Collegeville, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
Bonner Leaders must commit to 8-10 hours of weekly community engagement at partner sites and participate in weekly cohort meetings and leadership development workshops. Responsibilities also include documenting service hours and assisting in planning service projects and events.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be students eligible for Federal Work Study and must have been accepted into the Bonner Leader Program to apply for this position. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to community service and social justice, possess strong communication skills, and be willing to commit for the full academic year.
Job description
Position Overview
The Bonner Leader Program at Ursinus College offers federal work-study eligible students the opportunity to engage in an developmental experience based on service and learning. Bonner Leaders commit to 280 hours of meaningful community service per academic year while developing leadership skills, civic responsibility, and professional experience.
*only students accepted into the bonner leader program may apply for this position*
Essential Responsibilities
- Commit to 8-10 hours of community engagement per week at designated community partner sites
- Participate in weekly Bonner cohort meetings and leadership development workshops
- Document service hours and activities in BWBRS (Bonner Web-Based Reporting System) and on bi-weekly timesheets via Oracle
- Assist in planning and implementing service projects and events
- Engage in critical reflection about service experiences and social issues
- Serve as an ambassador for the Bonner Program and Ursinus College in the community
Qualifications
- Must be eligible for Federal Work Study as determined by Financial Aid
- Demonstrated commitment to community service and social justice
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn and grow through community engagement experiences
- Ability to commit to the program for the full academic year
Application Process
Applicants must have a completed FAFSA on file and be eligible for Federal Work Study.
Students must be accepted into the Bonner Leader Program to apply to this opportunity in Oracle.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an *EO/AA employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.
