UWRF-SA-Tips for Success

During the selection process, we will try to gather as much information about as possible using a structured set of questions and an objective rating system. We encourage you to consider the following recommendations as you prepare for your interviews:

Carefully read all the information which pertains to the position(s) which you are applying. Also talk to other students who are currently working in your desired position. It is very important that you have a good understanding of the position(s) and what it entails.
Think about your past experiences and how they may relate to the position(s). Be prepared to talk about these.
Practice. Think about possible questions that you might be asked and plan how you would answer.
Think about how you would sell yourself as a candidate. Think about your strengths and skills and how you would talk about them.
Be on time for all appointments. We recommend that you arrive at least 10 minutes early so that you have a few minutes to relax and prepare yourself. There will be seating outside the interview room.
Think about any questions you would like to ask.
Make a presentable well-groomed appearance. T-shirts, jeans, baseball caps, and tennis shoes are not appropriate. The process is not formal, so suits are not necessary. Choose something between casual and formal.
Speak confidently. We're looking for honest and sincere answers.
Relax and be yourself! We want to get to know the real you.

Public Internet Sites and your Student Leader Position

There can be value in the use of online communities, and they have been used in positive ways that benefits students, such as: to create interest groups, help students network with each other (by finding students with the same interests, classes, location, etc.), and to advertise events.

Unfortunately, at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and other schools, student leaders have had their integrity questioned due to the content of their pages. We encourage you to evaluate the content of your page to ensure it is a true representation of yourself.

We encourage positive use of such forums, but expect Student Affairs student staff members to use good judgment and ethical decision-making regarding these spaces.

If your Position Description/Employment Agreement prohibits certain conduct, information from online communities displaying prohibited behavior that is presented to University professional staff members can be used in employment proceedings.
The professional staff does not check the personal pages of staff to search for policy violations, but often students will report concerning content on the pages of current staff and new hires. However, if a policy violation is discovered, the professional staff will act upon that information.