Tough Questions
Common Questions
Office Questions
Miscellaneous
100

What other schools did you apply to?

Spin towards why UChicago. Name types of schools, but not schools.

100

Are any of your classes taught by grad students?

Some classes (ex. calculus), but explain that they are qualified, most are professors, role of TAs, etc.

100

When you are at the front desk, you stand up for...

EVERY SINGLE PERSON

100

What are the two types of tours you can give?

Forwards and backwards (and you need to be able to do both!)

200

Why do people live off campus?

Spin towards opportunity to live in an apartment before you're post-grad, learning how to manage and share space, cook, etc. You can stay affiliated with a house regardless!

200

How are you matched with roommates?

Explain!

200

Where do you go if you need to restock snacks?

The supply/programming closet across the hall from the bullpen!

200

What are some things you might do as a floater?

Restock snacks, answer askastudent, make folders, talk to guests, do walkovers, and more!

300

Does UChicago have drinking culture?

Nuanced response about options to socialize, not a dry campus, etc.

300

How are the winters?

They are okay! [insert detail]

300

How do we answer the phone?

Thank you for calling the University of Chicago's office of undergraduate admissions, this is _______ speaking, how may I help you?

300

Who do you message if you need something changed in Homebase?

SJ!

400

I've heard UChicago has grade deflation. Is that true?

Well ... no. But also, here's why it's good to not have 100% As.

400

Are the dining halls inclusive of dietary restrictions?

Yes! Give examples of stations, etc.

400

What is the first thing you do when you get to the office (for any shift)?

Check in with Tyshelle!!

400

Who is the head of ESA? 

Jim Nondorf!
500

Is campus safe?

Give us your safety spiel! 

500

Do people go to sports games?

Yes! Find an example. Games are free, be enthusiastic about student athletes. 

500

Where are folder materials?

In the basement!

500

What's the best school in the world?

UChicago, obviously.