College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[Pancakes]

Quick question, I heard somewhere that if you take the WBI and pass, but don't do the program, you don't have to retake the WBI.

At the end of last semester, I applied and passed the WBI, but I felt I wasn't ready to do Fall '11. I passed the WBI and everything, I just didn't do the phone interview. Do I have to retake the WBI? Or is my information saved and I just redo the application and set up my phone interview?

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

Traditions is your first step of training. It is basically orientation into the Disney company. You'll go over the basics, including a really funny sexual harassment video. It's 4 hours and after this class you will get your ID so you can go into the parks for free!

Sweet!!

 

[theatregrl04]

You get (from the top of my head):
-Free admission to the parks
-Free admission for 3 guests up to 6 times.
-20% discount on merchandise. 40%+ during holidays
-Discount on AMC movie tickets.
-20% discount at Table Service restaurants (except Victoria and Albert's) after 8:30pm (this automatically adds 18%gratuity)
-Discount on special holiday event tickets: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
-50% off Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach (during peak seasons. Otherwise, it's free if you work there)
-40% off Disney resorts for friends and family. 50% off for yourself.
-10% off park tickets.
-$2.99 CICI'S PIZZA (YES. $2.99!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
-Discounts at the Premium Outlets. You just have to ask for the VIP Coupon book at the information Kiosk.

Is there a CICI's nearby? Is it within walking distance of the housing complexes?
We always have commercials for CICI's on whenever I watch TV. But the nearest one is at least an hour’s drive from me!

 

[Berlioz70]

Quick question, I heard somewhere that if you take the WBI and pass, but don't do the program, you don't have to retake the WBI.

I believe the score is active for 6 months... so if you apply again within that time you may not need it again.

Is there a CICI's nearby? Is it within walking distance of the housing complexes?

There are two pretty close to the housing areas. I wouldn't walk it, but the drive is probably only 5 minutes or less.

 

[StefwifnF]

That video is no longer showed.

Oh nooooo!!! That's sooo sad....

 

[indianabrit]

Is there a CICI's nearby? Is it within walking distance of the housing complexes?
We always have commercials for CICI's on whenever I watch TV. But the nearest one is at least an hour’s drive from me!

There's a CiCi's across the street from Vista Way apartments. The street that is in between is pretty busy though, so like Berlioz said I wouldn't try walking it... unless you're very brave...or you have experience crossing very busy streets.

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

What were your favorite apartment complexes? Like which of the complexes is the best and why?

 

[Joanna71985]

What were your favorite apartment complexes? Like which of the complexes is the best and why?

I lived in Chatham for 5 of my 6 CPs, and loved it there.

 

[indianabrit]

I lived in Chatham for 5 of my 6 CPs, and loved it there.

CHATHAM!

 

[psherman42]

What kind of networking events are there for the college program and about how often do they take place?

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

Can someone explain the recreation role on the role checklist? I'm trying to figure out what each of the roles are so I can check off as many as possible.

 

[GhillieGirlBelle1987]

Can someone explain the recreation role on the role checklist? I'm trying to figure out what each of the roles are so I can check off as many as possible.

Correct me if I'm wrong. Recreation is most likely for CPs to be Slide Operations at either Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach. My boyfriend was slide ops at Typhoon Lagoon during our SA 2010 Program. But from what I gathered from him recreation also includes miniature golf, and marina watercraft rentals, and maybe the golf courses.

 

[andylcq]

Good! I has bookmarking this.

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

Correct me if I'm wrong. Recreation is most likely for CPs to be Slide Operations at either Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach. My boyfriend was slide ops at Typhoon Lagoon during our SA 2010 Program. But from what I gathered from him recreation also includes miniature golf, and marina watercraft rentals, and maybe the golf courses.

I figured it was something along those lines, I just wasn't too sure. Thank you!

Another question for everyone...should you check off as many roles on the checklist as possible, or is there like a good number to shoot for? Like, I know for sure my top three role choices are character performer, BBB, and character attendant, but I'm willing to do others and I want them to know I am because I figure that looks better on the application. Any advice?

 

[psherman42]

Are these shoes ok for traditions/other classes?http://www.dsw.com/shoe/naturalizer+lightner+tailored+pump?prodId=192371&productRef=SEARCH

 

[Joanna71985]

I figured it was something along those lines, I just wasn't too sure. Thank you!

Another question for everyone...should you check off as many roles on the checklist as possible, or is there like a good number to shoot for? Like, I know for sure my top three role choices are character performer, BBB, and character attendant, but I'm willing to do others and I want them to know I am because I figure that looks better on the application. Any advice?

I would only pick roles that you are comfortable with (because if you pick roles just for the sake of having them, you could wind up with one that you're unhappy with). A number I always recomended, as a campus rep, was 4-5 roles

 

[Berlioz70]

Are these shoes ok for traditions/other classes?http://www.dsw.com/shoe/naturalizer+lightner+tailored+pump?prodId=192371&productRef=SEARCH

Yep they're fine if you're comfortable in heels. Keep in mind, Traditions has a walking tour (couple miles) and they will not have band-aids if you start getting blisters. But if you're fine, then more the power to you!

 

[carly3592]

What kind of jewelry is acceptable for Traditions? I know we have to be in the 'Disney Look', but are there any acceptions (like necklaces, bracelets, etc)?

 

[psherman42]

Yep they're fine if you're comfortable in heels. Keep in mind, Traditions has a walking tour (couple miles) and they will not have band-aids if you start getting blisters. But if you're fine, then more the power to you!

Thanks! I'm planning on taking a pair of flats with me just in case.

This might be a stupid question but if we're wearing peep toe shoes like that for traditions, can we have nail polish on? I know it's not ok for finger nails but not sure about toes.

 

[*idreamofdisney*]

I would only pick roles that you are comfortable with (because if you pick roles just for the sake of having them, you could wind up with one that you're unhappy with). A number I always recomended, as a campus rep, was 4-5 roles

Okay great. And I know they always ask people who do not check off QSFB why, and if you have a genuine reason why you don't want that role, is that ok? Like, do they favor people more who are willing to do that role? I worked in that sort of industry for 4 and 1/2 years and it just wasn't something I was happy with.