Residence Program Development Assistant

Number of Individual Students Required: One (1) Reporting to the Housing Services Coordinator, the Residence Program Development Assistant will research best strategies related to student engagement with the goal of developing a programming model to be used by student Residence Life Staff. The Assistant will complete scans of institutional websites, professional association resources, and relevant research including student development theory to inform the creation of an 8-month programming plan. Concordia University of Edmonton's residence life program provides opportunities for students to connect and have fun while also engaging in meaningful personal development and community building which ultimately leads to academic success. Typically, programming includes active planned events, drop-in activities, poster campaigns, bulletin boards, and intentional conversations. This is an 80-hour project that will follow this approximate schedule: 2 Hours: Orientation 22 Hours: Initial Research Scan Draft 1 Hour: Initial Research Scan Discussion 40 Hours: Program Development Work 2 Hours: Program Development Proposal 10 Hours: Finalizing Program Development & Applying Feedback 3 Hours: Final Program Presentation & Wrap-Up The project will be considered complete after 80 hours and the following deliverables will be expected: 1) Spreadsheet detailing data collected during institutional scan. 2) Spreadsheet & short report detailing data collected during student development theory scan. 3) Finalized program development proposal which, based upon completed research, outlines the following: methods of program implementation, timelines and content of student development priorities, and assessment possibilities. The Assistant can expect a high-level of support from their supervisor including clear requirements for deliverables, scheduled check-ins, and regular availability for as-needed meetings. Most of the work will be completed independently but will be guided by specific expectations and checkpoints including the meetings as described above. Any student who meets Riipen's eligibility criteria is welcome and encouraged to apply. The following qualifications will help determine the selected candidate but are not required: 2-3 years of experience with residence life, student life, or other student leadership position. Knowledge of student development theory, community building principles, and/or research skills. Excellent ability to communicate (sometimes complex) concepts and processes in writing.

Athletics Research Project Coordinator

Number of individual students required: (1 Student) Background: Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) and the Thunder Athletics & Recreation department are proud members of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Thunder Athletics takes pride in promoting academic and athletic success, event hosting, and servicing thousands of students annually. Reporting to the Director of Athletics & Recreation, the successful candidate will be a results oriented team player with a positive can-do attitude. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the organization, development and implementation of a post-secondary Athletics & Recreation program that abides by the institution and the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) codes of ethics. Project Overview: Thunder Athletics is always seeking innovative ways to effectively deliver Athletics and Recreation to the students, staff, and community stakeholders of Concordia University of Edmonton. The Athletics Research Project Coordinator position will entail extensive research, data collection and analysis to review current operations of the department and to explore new opportunities in the marketplace. Responsibilities Will Include: · Research market data across the ACAC and CCAA. · Research innovative programming to assist with event planning for the 2021-22 season. · Collect and analysis Thunder Athletics social media data. · Conduct a review of policy and procedures. · Conduct research to develop procedures for the Thunder Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (TSAAC). Project Timeline: This project will be completed over the course of 80 hours during the months of May to August 2021.

Athletics Digital Media Project Coordinator

Number of individual students required: (1 Student) Background: Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) and the Thunder Athletics & Recreation department are proud members of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Thunder Athletics takes pride in promoting academic and athletic success, event hosting, and servicing thousands of students annually. Reporting to the Director of Athletics & Recreation, the successful candidate will be a results oriented team player with a positive can-do attitude. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the organization, development and implementation of a post-secondary Athletics & Recreation program that abides by the institution and the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) codes of ethics. Project Scope: Thunder Athletics wants to enhance its overall engagement with its students, athletes, fans, and community stakeholders on campus and across the ACAC and the CCAA. The Athletics Digital Media Project Coordinator position will entail extensive research, organization and creativity that will be applied in a fast paced work environment. Throughout the duration of this project there will be constant communication between department staff, coaches, and student athletes to provide support as needed. Responsibilities Will Include: · Review and revise current Thunder Athletics & Recreation marketing plan. · Create a strategic marketing campaign for the 2021-2022 Thunder Athletics season. · Create a strategic marketing campaign to enhance Campus Recreation engagement. · Develop a social media content plan for the 2021-22 season · Research strategies to enhance social media outreach. Project Timeline: This project will be completed over the course of 4 weeks (80 hours) and is expected to begin in May 2021.

Athletics Digital Media Project Coordinator

Number of individual students required: (1 Student) Background: Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) and the Thunder Athletics & Recreation department are proud members of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Thunder Athletics takes pride in promoting academic and athletic success, event hosting, and servicing thousands of students annually. Reporting to the Director of Athletics & Recreation, the successful candidate will be a results oriented team player with a positive can-do attitude. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the organization, development and implementation of a post-secondary Athletics & Recreation program that abides by the institution and the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) codes of ethics. Project Overview: Thunder Athletics wants to enhance its overall engagement with its students, athletes, fans, and community stakeholders on campus and across the ACAC and the CCAA. The Athletics Digital Media Project Coordinator position will entail extensive research, organization and creativity that will be applied in a fast paced work environment. Throughout the duration of this project there will be constant communication between department staff, coaches, and student athletes to provide support as needed. Responsibilities Will Include: · Review and revise current Thunder Athletics & Recreation marketing plan. · Create a strategic marketing campaign for the 2021-2022 Thunder Athletics season. · Create a strategic marketing campaign to enhance Campus Recreation engagement. · Develop a social media content plan for the 2021-22 season · Research strategies to enhance social media outreach. Project Timeline: This project will be completed over the course of 80 hours during the months of May to August 2021.