Campus Life enhances the student experience through intentional opportunities that promote belonging, engagement, and support for Oklahoma State University students. The Campus Life Initiatives Graduate Teaching Assistant supports strategic initiatives that advance the department's mission and priorities. Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President for Campus Life, the GTA will coordinate and implement student activities, support large-scale onboarding and welcome programs, and assist with projects that strengthen student belonging and connection across campus.

The GTA will play a key role in the planning and execution of Cowboy Welcome and Winter Cowboy Welcome, coordinate Campus Life participation in undergraduate recruitment and browse events, and develop innovative micro-engagement opportunities that connect students to campus resources, organizations, and experiences. The GTA will collaborate with campus partners, student leaders, and professional staff to enhance student engagement and support the overall mission of Campus Life.

Responsibilities 

• Assist the Assistant Vice President for Campus Life with strategic projects, research initiatives, assessment efforts, presentations, reports, and other divisional priorities.

• Coordinate planning, implementation, and assessment efforts for Cowboy Welcome and Winter Cowboy Welcome.

• Facilitate collaboration among campus departments, student organizations, and university partners involved in welcome and engagement initiatives.

• Oversee Campus Life participation in undergraduate recruitment activities, including browse sessions, tabling events, open houses, and prospective student engagement opportunities.

• Develop and implement micro-engagement opportunities designed to increase student connection, engagement, and sense of belonging across campus.

• Coordinate outreach initiatives that introduce students to Campus Life programs, services, resources, and involvement opportunities.

• Support special events sponsored by Campus Life.

• Collaborate with Campus Life staff to identify emerging student needs and develop engagement opportunities that promote student success.

• Participate in Campus Life staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and departmental committees as appropriate.

• Work with student leaders, campus partners, and community stakeholders to support the implementation of Campus Life initiatives and programs.

• Assist with the development and maintenance of engagement resources, outreach materials, and event inventories.

Student and Family Engagement nurtures students’ sense of belonging through initiatives that cultivate emotional, cognitive and behavioral engagement at Oklahoma State University (OSU). The functional area also facilitates the connection of students’ immediate, extended and/or chosen family members with OSU in a way that creates partnerships of support for student learning, development and success. These efforts support student persistence to degree completion by fostering an environment where students feel connected and supported as they strive toward their goals. In support of these initiatives, the Graduate Teaching Assistant will advise the Cowboy Connection Ambassadors and support low engagement outreach efforts and family engagement programs. The GTA will also assist professional staff, with program planning and operation for other engagement programs, and will work directly with Campus Life staff, student organizations, campus and community partners, alumni and other stakeholders throughout these processes.

Responsibilities:  

• Manage the recruitment process for Cowboy Connection Ambassadors.

• Advise and support the Cowboy Connection Ambassadors in the planning and production of peer-focused and family-focused outreach, event and media efforts.

• Assist with operation and assessment of staff outreach efforts to students identified as having lower than desired engagement levels.

• Assist the Coordinator of Family Engagement in planning, implementing and assessing family engagement programs and initiatives, including but not limited to Family Weekends, webinars, podcasts, volunteer opportunities and participation in prospective student recruitment events.

• Assist the Student Engagement staff in planning and implementing student engagement programs and initiatives, including but not limited to off-campus student programs, the Miss OSU Competition and related activities.

• Maintain an inventory of family engagement supplies and equipment.

• Meet with supervisor for one-on-one meetings on a weekly basis, at a time to be established between student and supervisor, to discuss progress and opportunities for professional growth.

• Participate in Campus Life graduate student development offerings, on Campus Life staff committees and in Campus Life staff meetings.

• Support and engage in assessment evaluation efforts for Campus Life and specifically for Student and Family Engagement initiatives. Assist with the publication and/or presentation of findings at state, regional or national conferences, as appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned.

Student and Family Engagement nurtures students’ sense of belonging through initiatives that cultivate emotional, cognitive and behavioral engagement at Oklahoma State University (OSU). The functional area also facilitates the connection of students’ immediate, extended and/or chosen family members with OSU in a way that creates partnerships of support for student learning, development and success. These efforts support student persistence to degree completion by fostering an environment where students feel connected and supported as they strive toward their goals. In support of these initiatives, the Graduate Teaching Assistant will advise the Camp Cowboy leadership team and oversee operations of the Camp Cowboy extended orientation program. The GTA will also assist professional staff, with program planning and operation for Camp Cowboy and other student onboarding and engagement programs, and will work directly with Campus Life staff, student organizations, campus and community partners, alumni and other stakeholders throughout these processes.

Responsibilities:  

• Manage the recruitment and selection process for Camp Cowboy student leadership team.

• Work with the Coordinator of Student Engagement to develop and adapt curriculum and assessment plans for Camp Cowboy and other student engagement programs and initiatives, as needed.

• Advise and support Camp Cowboy student leaders and staff in the planning of the summer Camp Cowboy experiences. Oversee operations of the Camp Cowboy camp sessions.

• Assist Student Engagement staff with tracking student organization tracking and administrative operations, training and support, and promotion of the Cowboy Central student engagement platform.

• Assist the Student Engagement staff in planning and implementing student engagement programs and initiatives, including but not limited to Cowboy Welcome, student organization fairs and participation in prospective student recruitment events.

• Maintain an inventory of student engagement supplies and equipment.

• Meet with supervisor for one-on-one meetings on a weekly basis, at a time to be established between student and supervisor, to discuss progress and opportunities for professional growth.

• Participate in Campus Life graduate student development offerings, on Campus Life staff committees and in Campus Life staff meetings.

• Support and engage in assessment and evaluation efforts for Campus Life and specifically for Student Engagement initiatives. Assist with the publication and/or presentation of findings at state, regional or national conferences, as appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned.

The Student Government Association's mission is to serve our students at Oklahoma State University making sure each student’s voice is heard by providing student involvement opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging, and encouraging career readiness across our campus community. All three branches of the government provide our students with leadership experiences, programmatic stewardship, and opportunities to expand their critical thinking skills. The Graduate Teaching Assistant will help advise the Legislative and Judicial branches and assist the coordinator as needed. The GTA will also help with the advisement and support of the largest open-air event, Lights On Stillwater, during the fall semester working directly with the student organizations, campus partners, and community vendors involved in the execution of said event.

Responsibilities 

• Assist Student Government Association staff by serving as the primary advisor to the Judicial Branch, Attorney General, Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature (O.I.L.), and assist with First Year Representative Council (FRC).

• Supervising student leaders involved in each organization; ensuring University & SGA bylaw adherence; attending all related meetings that do not conflict with the GTA’s coursework; overseeing the organizational budgets and spending; and managing marketing efforts (project requests, proofs, etc.).

• Support the newly formed Director of Recruitment as they lead SGA awareness programming across campus, engaging with new stakeholders, and create new initiatives to promote SGA to the campus community as needed.

• Guide and support the Secretary of Communications as they facilitate the Student Government Association's social media presence.

• Assist Student Government Association staff by working summer Orientation and Enrollment events if available during the summer month (not required).

• Assist with implementation and development of Student Government Association leadership programs including SGA All Branch Retreat, FRC Retreat, and other programs/trainings as needed, etc.

• Assist the Student Body President to develop executive orders, vetoes, or other formal document languages, etc. as needed.

• Assist the Student Body Vice President with advisement, planning, and production of Lights on Stillwater in the fall semester, etc.

• Assist with Senate, committee chairpersons, and senators as they develop legislation if needed.

• Assist SGA Assistant at the end of each semester compile the legislation notebook if needed.

• Campus Life assignments, as necessary.

• Some weekend and evening responsibilities as needed

Student Support Graduate Teaching Assistant serves as a member of the Student Support team within Campus Life and assists in creating an environment where students feel connected, supported, and equipped to navigate their Oklahoma State University experience. The GTA will work directly in the areas of Military-Affiliated Student Support and Transfer & Non-Traditional Student Support staff. The GTA will assist with the daily operations of the Military-Affiliated Student Support Center including the oversight of student staff. The GTA will also contribute to outreach initiatives, communications, and programs serving military-affiliated, transfer, and non-traditional students.

The GTA will help strengthen the experiences of military-affiliated students, transfer students, and non-traditional students at Oklahoma State University through student staff supervision and development, program planning, marketing and communications, outreach, and assessment.

Responsibilities 

• Assist with the daily operations of the Military-Affiliated Student Support Center, helping maintain a welcoming, student-centered environment for military-affiliated students and other Center visitors.

• Provide day-to-day supervision and support for student employees working within the Military-Affiliated Student Support Center.

• Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of student staff.

• Develop and maintain student staff schedules to ensure appropriate coverage and continuity of Center operations.

• Monitor and manage student employee timesheets and related student staffing processes.

• Maintain the appearance, organization, and hospitality area of the Military-Affiliated Student Support Center to support a welcoming environment for students and guests.

• Create, schedule, and manage social media content for Military-Affiliated Student Support and Transfer and Non-Traditional Student Support, highlighting programs, services, resources, opportunities, and student engagement.

• Assist with the development of marketing and promotional materials for Military-Affiliated Student Support and Transfer and Non-Traditional Student Support.

• Assist with outreach efforts designed to increase student awareness of available programs, services, resources, and opportunities for connection.

• Support outreach events for military-affiliated, transfer, and non-traditional students, including event preparation, implementation, and follow-up.

• Assist professional staff with the planning and implementation of programs and initiatives designed to foster connection, engagement, belonging, and student success.

• Assist with the assessment and evaluation of programs, events, outreach efforts, and services and use findings to support continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Student Support and Campus Life staff on departmental programs, events, initiatives, and other projects as needed.

• Participate in Campus Life staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and other departmental activities as appropriate.

• Perform other duties related to Student Support and Campus Life initiatives as assigned.

• Some evening and weekend responsibilities may be required to support programs, outreach activities, and events.

The Student Volunteer Center is committed to giving back through purposeful volunteer opportunities. In partnership with the Stillwater community and beyond, the Student Volunteer Center provides and markets opportunities for students to engage in civic engagement and service-learning opportunities to promote student engagement. Such efforts have led to OSU students contributing more than 40,000 community service hours annually benefiting local communities. The Graduate Teaching Assistant plays an important role in advising the Student Ambassador program and support of various strategic goals and annual objectives of the Student Volunteer Center.

Responsibilities 

• Assist the Coordinator in program development and distribution of service opportunities on and off campus.

• Manage Student Volunteer Center email.

• Oversee the online reporting system and approve/deny submissions for Student Volunteer Center.

• Directly advise 6 student Ambassadors: President, Civic Engagement Ambassador, Creating Opportunities for Responsible Development (CORD) Ambassador, Membership Ambassador, Programming Ambassador, or Social Media Ambassador.

• Assist the Coordinator with budgetary needs for the SVC.

• Attend SVC Student Ambassador meetings, retreats, and events.

• Aid the Coordinator with research related to civic engagement and volunteer activities at OSU.

• Plan one immersive volunteer event or educational initiative per semester.

• Oversee and execute the Angel Tree initiative each Fall at OSU.

• Co-Advise the Into the Streets Organization with the Coordinator.

• Serve on Campus Life, Division of Student Affairs, and/or OSU committees.

• Attending Campus Life staff meetings.