Communication
You gave clear directions and answered questions while leading a group tour. What skill is this?
What is verbal communication?
You helped plan an orientation activity and delegated roles. What skill are you using?
What is leadership?
A presenter canceled last-minute. You found a backup and adjusted the schedule. What skill was at play?
What is problem-solving?
In 2024, this artist dropped the album Cowboy Carter, proving that country music isn't just for Nashville.
Who is Beyoncé?
What is the name of UConn’s mascot?
Who is Jonathan the Husky?
You sent a group email summarizing orientation logistics. What does this show?
What is written communication?
A fellow OL was unsure of their responsibilities. You offered guidance. What skill did you demonstrate?
What is mentorship?
You observed that students weren’t engaging with an activity and changed your approach.
What is adaptability?
A disagreement arose between OLs, and you helped mediate. What skill did this show?
What is conflict resolution?
Name two regional campuses of UConn.
What are UConn Stamford/Hartford/Avery Point/Waterbury?
You actively listened to a student's concerns and provided thoughtful responses. What skill are you demonstrating?
What is active listening?
A millennial describes something as shady. What word does a Gen Z use describe it?
What is sus?
You analyzed feedback from previous orientations to improve future sessions. What competency is this?
What is critical thinking?
You contributed ideas during team meetings and respected others' input. What skill is this?
What is collaboration?
What is the name of the online platform UConn students use to access career services?
What is Handshake?
This actress-turned-internet-icon starred in Wednesday and became a viral dance sensation on TikTok.
Who is Jenna Ortega?
You motivated your team during a challenging orientation week. What leadership quality is this?
What is inspirational leadership?
You identified a recurring issue in student check-ins and proposed a new system. What skill does this reflect?
What is innovation?
You supported a team member who was overwhelmed with tasks. What skill does this demonstrate?
What is empathy?
What is the name of UConn's student-run newspaper?
What is The Daily Campus?
You created a social media post to inform students about an upcoming event. What skill does this utilize?
What is digital communication?
You facilitated a training session for new OLs. What skill does this demonstrate?
What is training and development?
This social media platform, once known for 15-second dances and lip-syncs, is now where students go to learn, laugh, and procrastinate.
What is TikTok?
You worked with a diverse team to achieve a common goal. What competency is reflected here?
What is Equity & Inclusion?
What year was the University of Connecticut founded?
What is 1881?