Graduate Assistant - Wendt Center for Character Education

Job Overview

The Wendt Center at the University of Dubuque seeks applicants for a Graduate Assistant - Wendt Center for Character Education for the 2025-2026 term, with a potential renewal for 2026-2027.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and lead one character focused co-curricular event per week, engaging both Wendt Scholars and all UD students
• Assist with the setup, facilitation, and logistics of additional Wendt Center events as needed
• Actively promote character education events, encouraging broad participation across campus
• Partner with Wendt Ambassadors and Scholars, student organizations, campus groups, faculty, and staff to develop engaging, mission-driven programming that fosters character development and community connection
• Maintain records of attendance, feedback, and event effectiveness to inform future programming
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree is required and the position is conditional based on acceptance into University of Dubuque Masters' program
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Experience or interest in event planning, student development, and character education
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a dynamic campus environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

All graduate tuition is waived for the student for the term in which they serve as a GA. In return for a waiver of tuition, the assistantship recipient agrees to provide service to the University equivalent to twenty (20) hours per week. Additionally, domestic GA's have the option to participate in work-study. Although it may be within a different department from which the GA serves.

To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Graduate Assistant - Wendt Center for Character Education position, please submit a UD Employment Application with an attached cover letter, resume, and three professional references or email application materials to HR@dbq.edu.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/.