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Graduate Assistantships for the Division of Student Development

Attention Potential GA Applicants for Fall 2009

We certainly encourage you to apply early if you wish but we will not know exact position openings until early Summer. Please check back at this site often for further updates.

The application deadline for Fall 2009 is June 1st but we will continue to accept applications past this deadline until all positions are filled. On June 1st, all applications will be forwarded to their respective hiring managers for consideration.

Please indicate on your application whether or not you been admitted to your program at the time of applying. If you have applied for your program and have not heard back yet regarding an admissions decision, final offers of employment will be contingent on program admission.

As a final note, please understand we cannot hold, promise or reserve GA positions for potential applicants until all final admissions and hiring decisions are made.

Greetings,

Dr. Bonita Jacobs, Vice President of Student Development

On behalf of the 400+ staff members of the Division of Student Development, I want to congratulate you on your decision to pursue an advanced degree at the University of North Texas. The Higher Education and Counseling programs have a long and rich tradition of training future leaders within their respective fields. Numerous studies confirm the importance of balancing theory with an opportunity to engage in practice. A Graduate Assistantship at the University of North Texas is a perfect opportunity for you to achieve this goal while simultaneously building experience, attaining new skills and networking with a diverse and talented pool of practitioners. Depending on the position, we offer a competitive stipend and basic health insurance for eligible students in addition to a Graduate Tuition Surcharge Grant offered by the Robert B. Toulouse School of Graduate Studies (please refer to the Graduate Studies webpage for more information on this benefit).

The Division of Student Development supports the academic mission of the University of North Texas. The division is dedicated to providing a quality educational experience for students, and to help each feel appreciated within the university community. Student Development includes programs and services designed to support communication and career development, clarification of values and identity, intellectual growth, and the appreciation of diversity and global understanding. The division provides opportunities for students to develop responsible decision making abilities, quality communication skills, positive interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership skills, and an appreciation of service to others. The Division of Student Development is committed to quality, efficient, and courteous services to students, alumni, faculty and staff.

I want to thank you in advance for your assistance in helping the Division of Student Development meet our goals and for considering becoming a valuable member of our Student Development team. Best of luck with this process and we look forward to receiving your GA application.

Sincerely,
Dr. Bonita Jacobs
Vice President of Student Development