EIU New Student and Family Programs

Prowl Leadership Teams

2022 Prowl Leader Application will open February 21, 2022 and will close March 21, 2022. Applications can be found here.

Prowl Leader  

New Student & Family Programs is seeking well-rounded student leaders to participate in the development and implementation of EIU’s Prowl Programs as Prowl Leaders (PLs). Prowl Leaders will play a key role in the transition of nearly 1,500 new students and their families by guiding and leading new students through their first weeks at EIU. Prowl Leaders will have the opportunity to build relationships, interact with university staff and faculty, and lead a team of peers. Individuals selected will serve as mentors and role models and be responsible for making new students’ experience during Opening Weekend and Prowl fun, eventful, and informative.

General Qualifications of All Positions: 2.3 GPA, good judicial standing with university, ability to stand on your feet for long periods, positive attitude, motivation, open-mindedness, and passionate about EIU!!! 

Commitments: 

• Interview (week of March 28)
• Prowl Training and Preparation (Sunday, Aug. 14 - Wednesday, Aug. 17)
• Facilitate Opening Weekend (Thursday, Aug. 18 - Sunday, Aug. 21)
• Attend events and enjoy the fun!

 Remuneration:

• Staff Apparel
• Move into residence halls, Greek Court, University Court, or University Apartments between August 12-14, 2022 (exact date TBD)
• Meals from August 15-21, 2022 (when Dining Services is open)
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills, build effective teams, and make new friends
• Be a part of an EIU tradition!

Please contact the New Student & Family Programs at 581-6435 or nsfp@eiu.edu if you have any questions.