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New Student Conference en Español Student Interpreters
Student Life's New Student and Family Programs office offers Spanish interpretation to family members during New Student Conference (NSC) programs. The NSC en Español (NSCe) team is comprised of bilingual Spanish-speaking Texas A&M University students.
WHO WE ARE...
Assist incoming students and their families through their transition into Texas A&M.
Provide vital information in Spanish during presentations and in printed and virtual communication.
Learn valuable leadership and communication skills throughout the summer.
WHAT THEY SAY...
Being part of NSCe has been a highlight of my experience at Texas A&M! I have met new students and their Aggie families at a pivotal moment in their college journey when everything is still new and a bit daunting. With my fellow NSCe interpreters, we inspire confidence in new students and their support systems, showing them that A&M is filled with resources and a community where they can find a home away from home!
Coming from a family where English was our second language, I understand that navigating a language we are not 100% familiar with can be challenging. That is why I chose to participate in NSCe's as an English to Spanish interpreter; to help others understand and clarify information in their native language. Seeing families and guests feel relieved and grateful for this inclusivity gave me a deeper perspective on the experience of someone who has English as a second language and gave me a sense of fulfillment knowing that I am helping others understand the college experience with their upcoming student to Texas A&M University.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Live interpretation of programming (scripted and non-scripted)
- Answering questions in English and Spanish at the New Student Conference Help Desk.
- Hosting NSC en Español sessions.
- Assisting with family/guest check-in and on-site registration.
- Represent Texas A&M University, Student Life, and New Student and Family Programs as it relates to the Core Values, Honor Code, behavioral contract, and organizational constitution.
- Be professional, flexible, dependable, responsible, energetic, and punctual.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of objects under 50 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned.