College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[impsythealmighty]

So that Traditions flyer said no to like every pair of shoes I own - no sandals, flip flops, tennis shoes, or platforms! What exactly are we supposed to wear? I'm not sure what kind of shoe isn't a sandal OR a tennis shoe.

 

[TinyBit]

So that Traditions flyer said no to like every pair of shoes I own - no sandals, flip flops, tennis shoes, or platforms! What exactly are we supposed to wear? I'm not sure what kind of shoe isn't a sandal OR a tennis shoe.

I know what you mean. I am trying to figure out what I own that I can wear. If I wear a skirt I would usually wear sandals. I guess we could wear khaki slacks and some flats, clogs, or something like that. This whole shoe thing is freaking me out. Not just the shoes for traditions but also for my role. I know its silly but shoes are very important to me!

 

[csaribay]

So that Traditions flyer said no to like every pair of shoes I own - no sandals, flip flops, tennis shoes, or platforms! What exactly are we supposed to wear? I'm not sure what kind of shoe isn't a sandal OR a tennis shoe.

This is the info I have for shoes:

Footwear

Dress shoes or boots in good business taste are required. Classic dress shoes are permitted to have an open toe, open heel or a slingback (strap around the heel). Athletic shoes, sandals and western boots are not permitted. When wearing a skirt or dress, hosiery must be worn at all times and may be sheer or opaque in subdued shades. If pants are worn, hosiery and socks are optional.

 

[Board57796]

I have been waiting a while for a response to the CP program. I just checked the mail and received a letter stating, that they are making a final decision and I would know with four weeks. (Another long wait) The letter was wrote on March 3rd, so is that 4 weeks from that date, does anyone know???? Has anybody else received a letter like this before???

I feel so upset and depressed!! Well aleast I'm not rejected, still doesn't stop the anxiety and wait again.

My girlfriend also received a letter like that. She's relieved she isn't the only one! Good luck.

 

[impsythealmighty]

Me too, Tinybit! I have like one pair of tennis shoes, then all the rest are wedge sandals and flipflops. My friends suggested closetoed chunk heels and ballet flats, though I think ballet flats might be a pain to walk around in, depending on how flimsy they are.

Thanks for the info, Csaribay! Though I am depressed about needing to get some tights, bleh.

 

[Carlos_in_Wonderland]

I read that for some of the jobs you don't have to wear uniforms. Does anyone know which ones? Perhaps CUSTOMING?

 

[csaribay]

I read that for some of the jobs you don't have to wear uniforms. Does anyone know which ones? Perhaps CUSTOMING?

Nah, Creative Costuming has its own costume, it's a burgundy red button-down with green and blue accents. Back pants/shorts for guys and girls, girls have the option to wear a black skirt instead.

As far as I know, for the exception of some limited Cross-U roles, every CP role has a costume.

 

[khancock]

I have also heard murmurs from a couple of friends of mine that they are now doing mandatory enrollment/academic checks with colleges and universities (whereas before it wasn't always done)

Your take on this isn't correct. They have checked with the schools for quite awhile and this has also been listed on the official site for a long time too.

I remember seeing it in a few places on the site. It is listed under #2 on the application requirements page:
http://www.wdwcollegeprogram.com/sap/its/mimes/zh_wdwcp/apply/app_req.html

 

[khancock]

I'd strongly encourage all of you who are concerned about the Disney Look to take some time to read over the stuff that is on the site. It is all laid out there. Don't read too much into what is there or what is not or your brain will swirl into mush. It is really basic. Traditional conservative attire is all it is when it comes to the professional stuff. Most likely you have OK stuff already. When you are in costume (uniform), it is common sense stuff like wear underwear, wear the appropriate costume pieces, don't have your cell phone visible.

Also be sure to read any notes that are on the side margins. There is some important stuff there too that I've seen come up in few people's posts

"The Non-Costumed Guidelines need to be followed for the "Traditions" class (company orientation), any Disney educational course, and any company-sponsored function where professional business attire would be required "

All College Program roles are "Costumed". These are the guidelines you will follow when you are working.

The Disney Look Guidelines are here:
http://www.wdwcollegeprogram.com/sap/its/mimes/zh_wdwcp/disneylook/disneylook.html

 

[Joanna71985]

So that Traditions flyer said no to like every pair of shoes I own - no sandals, flip flops, tennis shoes, or platforms! What exactly are we supposed to wear? I'm not sure what kind of shoe isn't a sandal OR a tennis shoe.

Dress shoes, of course.

I read that for some of the jobs you don't have to wear uniforms. Does anyone know which ones? Perhaps CUSTOMING?

Costuming has a costume to wear. I believe all the CP roles are in costume.

 

[Berlioz70]

Your take on this isn't correct. They have checked with the schools for quite awhile and this has also been listed on the official site for a long time too.

Actually... even though it's a requirement to be a student, some CPers weren't college students; they lied on their application and Disney never called their listed institution to double check. I know of 3 people that slipped through the system like that.

Maybe they are changing the procedure of how they are checking that the applicants are indeed students, knowing that some cheat the system.

 

[lindz0625]

so i still dont understand why we cant wear nice capris. if theyre like khaki and nice. lol. i dont like this rule lol

 

[csaribay]

Your take on this isn't correct. They have checked with the schools for quite awhile and this has also been listed on the official site for a long time too.

I remember seeing it in a few places on the site. It is listed under #2 on the application requirements page:
http://www.wdwcollegeprogram.com/sap/its/mimes/zh_wdwcp/apply/app_req.html

It's not really a take... it's just something that I've heard numerous times before and have seen personally. It would, theoretically, make sense that they may have not always checked enrollment status with a university for every single candidate- even though it is a requirement listed on the website. It's no different than being required to list references on a job application elsewhere, and then that employer not contacting those people and hiring you anyway.

If they were checking every single applicant's status, that would seem to make some sense in terms of the delays that some of us are experiencing. I mean sure, I could be wrong, but this is what I'm hearing, and it makes some sense.

so i still dont understand why we cant wear nice capris. if theyre like khaki and nice. lol. i dont like this rule lol

That's sort of just the lay of the land, haha. Cant's escape that one.

 

[Joanna71985]

so i still dont understand why we cant wear nice capris. if theyre like khaki and nice. lol. i dont like this rule lol

I don't like it either. But a rule is a rule.

 

[namara87]

Actually... even though it's a requirement to be a student, some CPers weren't college students; they lied on their application and Disney never called their listed institution to double check. I know of 3 people that slipped through the system like that.

Maybe they are changing the procedure of how they are checking that the applicants are indeed students, knowing that some cheat the system.

I too knew of a couple people who were not enrolled in school prior to their programs. On my first program (Spring Advantage '06) you had to prove school enrollment for the previous semester by showing a transcript on check-in day. On my second program (Fall'07) you did not have to show any proof of enrollment, and as far as I know that has not changed.

Although, with so many people interviewing for every season, maybe they'll be reverting back to showing transcripts. Anyone one Spring '08...did you have to show a transcript?

 

[TinyBit]

I too knew of a couple people who were not enrolled in school prior to their programs. On my first program (Spring Advantage '06) you had to prove school enrollment for the previous semester by showing a transcript on check-in day. On my second program (Fall'07) you did not have to show any proof of enrollment, and as far as I know that has not changed.

Although, with so many people interviewing for every season, maybe they'll be reverting back to showing transcripts. Anyone on Spring '08...did you have to show a transcript?

That would be a good thing to know. Do we need to bring a report card or school id or anything with us? No big deal of course, just want to add it to my list if its required.

 

[namara87]

sorry...double post.

 

[CelticBelle]

Welcome to the boards Namara!

 

[Sehsun]

That would be a good thing to know. Do we need to bring a report card or school id or anything with us? No big deal of course, just want to add it to my list if its required.

Nope, for my program (fall 2007) we weren't required to bring our transcript or school ID.

 

[lindz0625]

Welcome to the boards Namara!

i already looked that up for fa. you dont need to bring anything litke that with you, they will verify it through your school.