Become an RA


Want to help others succeed?  Looking to improve your leadership and communication skills while making a difference?  Enjoy helping others? Then apply to be a Resident Assistant for the 2020-2021 academic year with Residence Life today! 

The Resident Assistant (RA) position supports the mission and core values of the institution.  We believe that living in residence provides the student with an essential part of their education which helps to develop their social, academic, and personal growth.  RAs provide caring support and encouragement while facilitating programs and services designed to sustain a community that will contribute to these growth areas. 

Residence Life seeks full-time, matriculated, undergraduate students who will be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior at the beginning of the 2020 fall semester.  We are looking for candidates who:

  • Are mature and responsible
  • Seek to have fun while developing life-long skills and abilities
  • Exhibit a positive attitude
  • Have a desire to help others
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills
  • Can solve problems and make sound decisions

Compensation

RA's will receive a single room, full room and board waiver, taxable stipend (paid quarterly), and a 10% discount at the Campus Bookstore (not towards books).

Information Sessions

Residence Life will be offering information sessions where interested candidates can come to learn more about the position and application process.  In addition, current RA's will be there to answer any questions you may have!  While it is not required to attend an information session to apply, it is highly recommended.  Can't make a session but want to learn more?  Contact our office directly and one of our professional staff members will sit down with you personally!

Monday, October 21, 2019 @ 7:00 PM- Triplex Glass Lounge

Tuesday, October 22, 2019 @ 7:00 PM- Alexandria Hall Main Lounge

Wednesday, October 23, 2019 @ 3:00 PM- Triplex Glass Lounge

Application Information

The RA Application will be live on Friday, November 1, 2019 and closes on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.  Access the RA Application here!

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office!