About the Evergreen Position

What Do Evergreens Do?

Personal Guides to Loyola

The Evergreen Staff works to support new students through their academic, social, and personal transition to Loyola. Evergreens are expected serve as positive role models for the incoming (first-year and transfer) students as well as an outstanding member of the Loyola University Maryland community.

Messina

An important aspect of the Evergreen role is to serve as the student member of a working group for Messina or the Transfer Transition Course. In this role, the Evergreen is responsible for collaborating with a teaching team that includes a faculty member and a mentor (a campus administrator) and is expected to attend the scheduled enrichment sessions for their class (typically, one session per week).

Eligibility & Perks

Candidates for the Evergreen position:

  • Must be a full-time, undergraduate student, and have completed at least one semester of coursework at Loyola;
  • Must have/maintain a preferred 3.0 GPA or minimum 2.7 GPA;
  • Must maintain a clear student conduct and honor code records;
  • Cannot serve in a conflicting role or program (due to training conflicts) such as a Resident Assistant, Executive Board of the Student Government Association, Committee Chairs of HAP, Pre-Fall Leader (through various offices), Career Ambassador, Campus Ministry Intern, or a Student Coordinator, Creative Assistant or Student Assistant with CCSJ;
  • Cannot go abroad in the fall semester (for newly accepted Evergreens);
  • If accepted, will receive a modest meal stipend to help develop community in their Messina seminar sections or transfer student groups; and
  • If accepted, gain valuable leadership experience and training in a variety of competency areas.

What to Expect & Time Commitment

Spring 2024

Attend weekly training/meetings on Friday afternoons scheduled from 4 - 6 p.m.; fulfill other requirements of position

Summer 2024

Attend at least two sessions of Summer Orientation (in-person) and be prepared to facilitate virtual small group meetings during the summer months.

Fall 2024

Return to campus early and attend all aspects of Fall Training/Fall Welcome Weekend; plan a small group event and keep in contact with new students throughout the academic year; and complete other position requirements

The application is available from November 6th, 2023 until January 24th, 2024

    Prepare your application today

    Selection Timeline

    • November 6, 2023 (12:00 p.m., EST): Applications and Reference Links Go Live
    • January 24, 2024 (11:59 p.m., EST): Applications are due
    • January 25-26, 2024: Sign-Up for Interviews
    • January 29 - February 2, 2024: Individual Interviews
    • February 2, 2024: Group Interviews
    • January 31, 2024 (5:00 p.m., EST): Reference Forms are due
    • February 13, 2024: Decision letters available

    Please note that if you are unable to meet any of the deadlines/be available for any of the dates, you may be ineligible to apply for the Evergreen position.

    Successful Candidates Should Demonstrate

    • Depth and breadth of campus and community involvements, as well as the ability to articulate the importance of getting involved during college;
    • Mature and informed decision making regarding social interactions and live by Loyola values in order to inspire others;
    • A desire to use experiences to mentor new students and the ability to model effective academic and social success strategies;
    • Comfort and openness to interacting with and relating to diverse students, faculty, and staff populations;
    • Exemplary presentation, time management and organizational skills;
    • Ability to commit adequate time and effort to fulfill the role (e.g. participation in required trainings, meetings, and enrichment hours);
    • Enthusiasm for Loyola University Maryland and Messina, including the ability to articulate the benefits of Messina, enrichment activities, and residential living component;
    • Basic understanding of the core values of Loyola and Jesuit education;
    • Ability to understand and demonstrate accountability, receive feedback, and grow as a leader;
    • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and remain open-minded in the face of a challenge;
    • Ability to consider perspectives of others to solve problems, expand worldview, and understand and appreciate differences of others;
    • Ability to work with others toward a common objective while sharing responsibility and empowering group members.