What kind of training do I need to become a PROS member?
PROS members are required to attend a Training Retreat and eight weekly training sessions during the spring semester. Training pertains to understanding the student helper’s role, human development theory and its application to college-age students, basic facilitation skill development, active listening, effective verbal and non-verbal communication, and the use of campus resources and referral techniques.

Why should I join the PROS?
Trainees will benefit from not only learning how to better help others, but also by gaining new insights into themselves and their relationships with peers. The PROS will have many opportunities to get involved and make changes in the system, will be afforded experience to further their career development, increase their feelings of self-worth and confidence, and receive additional knowledge of and contact with key persons on campus. In addition, PROS are paid for their work during Freshman Orientation.

Information Sessions
To learn more about becoming a PROS, attend one of the following information sessions. Applications are available at each session.

Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 12 noon in SC 221
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, 6 p.m. in SC 221
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, 5 p.m. in SC 221
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 2 p.m. in SC 221

PROS Application
Applications are now available online and in the Office of Student Transition and Leadership Programs, which is on the top floor of the Chamberlain Student Center. Click here for the PROS application