There are always opportunities for you to become actively involved in residential programming, Ways to get involved range from actively attending programs to completing interest surveys and from suggesting a programming idea to your R.A. or Special Interest Housing ember to helping one of these groups plan a program. Getting involved with residential programming this year is a great way to help you decide which leadership opportunity is right for you. R.A.s are also on call during nights and weekends on a rotating basis to assist with any emergencies that may arise. They also offer residents extensive educational and social programming to foster community within the residence halls. R.A.s are selected during the spring semester.
Applications are usually available at the end of the fall semester.
The start of the application process is publicized heavily around campus and interested students should contact their R.A., G.A., or A.D. for more information about the specific dates of the selection process R.A.s are responsible for between 24 and 72 undergraduate students. Successful R.A.s possess a sense of maturity, a high level of energy, strong leadership qualities, the desire to have fun, and an interest in working with students and staff. R.A.s are a vital link in the larger Student Life Program. As part-time members of the Student Life Staff, R.A.s are the College representatives who deal most directly with campus residents. Candidates must commit to serve as an R.A. for the full academic year.