The Office of Community Life is now accepting applications online for new Peer Council Members from March 11 - April 10, 2013.

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Three Components

The Peer Council is a leadership program with three components: peer conduct, leadership skills and shared experiences.

Description

The Peer Council is responsible for hearing cases and making decisions in cases of potential violations of the Undergraduate Student Handbook.  Peer Council members serve as hearing officers for a variety of cases, including but not limited to alcohol and drug, noise, and guest violations.

Service on the Peer Council is a challenging and satisfying way for students to enhance their academic experiences and serve the Saint Mary’s College community.  Council members gain valuable critical thinking, communication, leadership and time management skills that contribute to their growth and development while helping to foster an inclusive and socially just community.

Members

The Peer Council is comprised of approximately fifteen (15) students. Community Life determines membership from applications submitted by students. Students may be recommended for application through the President of the ASSMC, Resident Advisors, faculty and/or staff.  Students are interviewed, selected and trained to serve a hearing officer for cases involving alleged policy violations.

Application Requirements

To apply, students must meet the following criteria:

• Maintain at least a 2.75 GPA and Full-Time Status;
• Does not hold an elected position in the ASSMC;
• Attend and participate in all required interview meetings and trainings.

Membership Expectations

• Maintain student confidentiality at all times;
• Place membership on the Peer Council as a top priority behind academics;
• Attend all mandatory training sessions and monthly meetings;
• Commitment to hearing participation (approx. 2-4 hours, 1-2 times a month).
• Become knowledgeable about all aspects of the Undergraduate Student Handbook;
• Participate in various educational outreach efforts (i.e. RA programming, Advisor programs);
• Participate in specified leadership training and development programs (i.e. sanctioning ideas, trends on campus, outreach);

Time commitment

Members' time commitment to the Peer Council will vary depending on activities and the member’s schedule; however, participants can expect to dedicate roughly three to five hours per month to Peer Council activities.

Application Selection and Timeline

Community Life is currently accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Peer Council.  You can complete the application online here.  Upon submitting the application, the applicant must sign up for a 30 minute interview time slot. The deadline for submitting your application is Friday, April 10, 2013 at 4:30pm. Please see the application and selection timeline below. 

Questions about applying for the Peer Council? Contact the Office of Community Life.