Spartan Orientation Staff

The Spartan Orientation application is open from September 14 – October 7 at 11:59 p.m.

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• September 17: Virtual (https://go.uncg.edu/sosinterestmeeting1), 4-5 p.m.   
• September 22: EUC, Azalea, 1-2 p.m.  
• September 24: EUC, Azalea, 1-2 p.m.  
• October 1: Virtual (https://go.uncg.edu/sosinterestmeeting4), 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.  
• October 5: EUC, Azalea, 5-6 p.m. 

If you have any questions, email Taylor Jones at tnjones8@uncg.edu

Spartan Orientation Staff members serve the university by helping to welcome and transition new students and their family members to UNCG. The goal of an SOS is to convey important information about UNCG and ensure SOAR Orientation, Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks (RWW) , and NAV1GATE are educational, engaging, and run effectively.

• Be committed to fulfilling NST & FYE mission and vision
• Demonstrate a commitment to UNCG and a willingness to serve others
• Exhibit qualities of a student leader: reliable, responsible, confident, flexible, positive attitude, strong work ethic, teamwork, strong communication and interpersonal skills, problem solver, takes initiative, and able to manage conflict
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the university
• Be an enrolled student at UNCG for Fall 2026 through Fall 2027

Fall 2026:

• SOS Contract Signing Event.

Spring 2027:

• Attend weekly SOS Spring Training sessions.
• Participate in a committee of SOS in preparation of the Southern Region Orientation Workshop (SROW) and work with a committee of SOS members to prepare for summer SOAR session responsibilities
• Attend SROW in Spring 2027 (date TBD) 
• SROW Practice (Sunday’s in February)

Summer 2027: May Intensive Training

• Participate in all parts of the training program
• Execute various team builders to help raise morale, promote team cohesiveness, and create a sense of camaraderie

June SOAR Sessions

• Assist with all preparations for the June SOAR Program
• Provide programmatic support throughout the program
• Help with clean-up after the program
• Support the SOS team throughout the program as needed

Fall 2027: August SOAR and Training

• Assist with program all preparations for the August SOAR Program
• Provide programmatic support throughout the program
• Help with clean-up after the program
• Support the SOS team throughout the program as needed

NAV1GATE, Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks, and SPARTAN Spears (August 2027)

• Represent NST & FYE at various events during the start of the semester
• Attend required training for NAV1GATE and Spartan Spears

Spring 2028: January SOAR (January 2028)

• Assist with all preparations for the January SOAR Program
• Provide programmatic support throughout the program
• Help with clean-up after the program

Each individual will be ask to submit an application. Once the application is submitted, they will be invited to a group interview. If selected, applicants will then be asked to return for a individual interview.

For more information on how to apply, refer to the “Application” tab above

“Being an SOS has been one of the highlights of my time at UNCG. At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I took a chance and found an opportunity to grow as a leader while meeting new people and creating meaningful connections. Being part of the SOS team means joining a group that truly supports and cares for one another. It’s a rewarding summer experience where you can be yourself, build lasting friendships, and help incoming students feel welcomed as they begin their journey at UNCG. Throughout the summer, you become a reliable resource for your teammates and your students by learning about the many opportunities, resources, and traditions that UNCG has to offer. Serving as an SOS has helped me grow personally and professionally, and it has been an experience I’ll always value.” – Litzy Velazquez Tovar (2026-2027 team)

“Becoming an SOS was one of the best decisions I made in my first year! This opportunity has helped me gain confidence, grow a community, and find my place on campus. Watching the first year students create relationships and begin to love campus like I do is so rewarding. I’m so grateful for all of the people I meet and the experiences I had!” – Abigail Hartley (2026-2027 team)

“Being a part of the Spartan Orientation Staff this past summer has been incredibly rewarding in so many ways. I able to connect with future students and be that bridge of connection in a not-so-familiar place. I was also able to meet so many families of various backgrounds and hear about why they chose UNCG, their worries as they send their loved one off to school, and everything in between. I was happy to provide them with community in a place where the unknown was just around the corner. I also was had the privilege to do this with a team of people who brought out the best in me and helped me at my worst. I have found a chosen family in a job that a lot of time didn’t feel like work. I am so thankful of everything I have found out about my school, about others, and about myself through SOS. If you are thinking about becoming an SOS, do it!” – Grace Wiggins (2026-2027 team)