2014-2015 Junior Advisor Reference

Office of the Dean of Students

Reference name: _____________________________	Department: ___________________________

Applicant: _____________________________ Class: _______ Major: _____________________

Signed: ___________________________________________________

(Candidate signature) _____________________________________________________________________________________

The above named student is a candidate for the above listed position on the Residence Life staff in Bates College housing. Please rate the candidate on those qualities that you have had an opportunity to observe. We appreciate your assistance in the process of selecting the best possible JAs for the 2014-2015 academic year. Please evaluate the candidate on a Skill Level scale of 1-5 where 1 = Low, 5 = Exceptional.

No Basis for

1	2	3	4	5 Judgment

Observation

Confidence and Leadership

Projection of stability/calm in tense situations

Imagination and creativity

Initiative

Integrity, principle, and honesty

Tolerance for lifestyles and opinions of others

Listening skills

Rapport with Peers

Judgment and Maturity

Effectiveness of Communication

Resists Peer Pressure

Time Management

Positive Role Model

Please attach a statement on the next page, to tell us how well you know the candidate and in what context (classroom, extracurricular activity, lab assistant, etc.). We are especially interested in learning how you feel this student will handle the challenges of leading their peers by example and fostering a sense of community on the Bates campus. This recommendation will be read by the Junior Advisor Selection Committee comprised of Deans, Staff/Faculty, and current Junior Advisors.

Reference’s Signature: _____________________________________

(Typed name will work if submitted via reference’s email)

Please save as a PDF and email this reference to housing@bates.edu or submit a copy to the Housing & Residence Life Office in Lane Hall by Monday, February 3, 2014 at Noon.