Requirements for Probational Members
The primary purpose of the probationary, or probie, semester is to learn the information and techniques necessary to give well-versed, accurate historical and admissions tours. This semester is also packed with fun surprises, pampering, and bonding with fellow probies and current guides. The requirements for the probie semester include:

• Each probie must attend weekly meetings. Probies receive a manual of information and a syllabus of weekly readings. A quiz and discussion will follow these readings. Don't worry, these meetings are fun, but it is essential that probies learn the information that is presented each week.
• Each probie must attend monthly general meetings.
• Each probie will observe a certain number of tours given by others, as well as give a tour or part of a tour over the course of the probie semester. Each Probie Chair will set his or her own policy regarding giving and observing tours.
• Pay probie dues this semester. Every year after this semester, you pay the regular amount that the rest of the members pay (see below)
• Be prepared to give both Admissions and Historical tours at the conclusion of the semester.
• Have fun and enjoy the experience.

Requirements for Regular UGS Members
Once probie semester is complete, you'll find yourself a regular member of the Guide Service. Guide Service regular members are required to do the following:

• Each member must give 10 tours per semester, including at least 2 historical tours and 2 admissions tours.
• Each member must attend monthly general meetings. General meetings run approximately one hour and are often very entertaining.
• Each member must attend a weekly office hour in Pavilion VIII. During the office hour, members are expected to take tour requests and be available to give historical or admissions tours if needed. Thus, guides must come to office hours dressed in tour attire. Most importantly, members must keep the Pavilion from burning down.
• Each member must pay dues every year.