ra rehire

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For the 2008-2009 School Year Programs: I would like to advertise more effieciently so that programs have a better attendance rate. I need to listen to my resident’s needs so that they can take advantage of programs. I will create programs that don’t need an excessive amounts of money. I need to make sure that I create meaningful programs that are appealing to my residents so the programs are well attended. I also want to choice programs that highlight skills that I have. I love to teach people how to do things so next year I want to focus on educational and instructional programs.

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Community: A Residence Hall is a place to call your own; a place where you feel the most comfortable. As an RA, my goal is to make everyone feel welcomed and safe in their home-away-from-home. Being comfortable with neighbors is also important. Another one of my goals for the following year will be to help freshman and upperclassman alike develop a community attitude. When everyone feels that their floor is a community then they will be more willing to respect it and be aware of how their actions affect the community. Encouraging open doors will get people out of their own rooms and getting to know people in their community. I have noticed things on people’s walls and have made small talk. This gets people to open up and to share things about themselves. Knowing things about my neighbors helps me be personable and down to earth. I don’t want to be viewed as a harsh RA but rather friendly and helpful.

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First Floor Scott North experienced some unsanitary bathroom etiquette. My co-RA and myself were frequently approached by residents and the custodial staff concerning these issues. We would briefly shut down the destroyed bathroom, but me and my co needed to think of how to prevent this. We first put up posters that warned that if the behavior continued then the whole floor would be charged. The behavior stopped for a brief period and all seemed a peace. Then unexpectedly, we experienced the same occurrence. We were very frustrated at the immaturity of the floor. There were bulletin boards put up and signs that were hung up to remind our residence of proper bathroom etiquette. We had a hall meeting to discuss the habits of our residents and it was rather awkward because the residents that did attend were not the ones that had caused the damage. We split up the bathrooms into single sex bathrooms because we had suspected that it was a male conducting all the damage. This went over well with the females of the floor but didn’t fly so high with the males. We had to show our professionalism and our fairness and tell residents that these actions were to prevent future damage. The bathrooms stayed up to par until the end of the semester.

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During staff training we discussed community standards. When we had our hall meeting we discussed these standards and how we need to think as a community in order to make the bathroom stay in acceptable conditions. This situation caused an uproar on our floor and it was frustrating at first dealing with it. These feelings were instigated because some member of the floor did not want to be part of a community and would treat the area with disrespect. In the future, I think that community standards needs to be set up right up front so situations like this do not happen again. When everyone is on the same page, there is less cause for destruction. This situation was a good learning opportunity and equipped me with the skills to handle similar situations in the future.

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Floor trip to Gifford's This outing helped our freshmen bound together during Orientation Week. Floor Wiffleball This activity was an alternative for drinking on a Thursday night. Backwards Scavenger Hunt This game let residents be creative and to work together. Luau This event provided a winter get away and also dealt with the science of volcanoes. Funky Shoe Program This arts and craft project was a great outlet for residents to turn something old and boring to something hip and jazzy. Sledding Program This healthy activity got residents learning about winter activities.

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Tacky Sweater Program Emmy Night Brick Making Night Sidewalk Chalk Art Karaoke Mallett Brick Making Night Mallett Henna Tatoo Night Mallett Apples to Apples games

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In order to show my support of my fellow co-workers, I attend their programs. Everyone has different interests and they reflect that in the programs the put on. Attending programs also shows that I value the Residence Hall and the community it’s trying to build. It shows that I am active in the development of my residents of my floor and building. I’ve also attended programs in other buildings. I like getting a feel of how other communities work and function. I am letting others on campus know that I am interested in Residence Life, even if I’m at another Residence Hall by attending other programs.

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The group dynamic of Scott staff is very close. Everyone is always friendly with one another and everyone is very supportive. I feel very safe in the group to be a good leader and a positive supporter. I am always willing to take over a shift if it needs covering or to provide a hand for a program. As a new comer I was a little nervous on dealing with certain situations but my teammates are very approachable and are there when I need them. I’ve learned from them to become the responsible RA I am today. I am confident to be a role model for the next batch of RAs. Having a close knit staff helps us to grow from each other to become leaders in other parts of our lives.

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Before coming to UMF, picking a major wasn’t hard for me to do. I have always known that I wanted to be a teacher. The Elementary Education program here is extremely rigorous. I have learned so much through the education and first hand look at classrooms. I have met some great people along the way. I would like to pass on my knowledge to others who are interested in teaching one day. Teaching brings great rewards. It’s amazing to watch somebody grasp a challenging concept and to challenge themselves to understand the world. As an RA of the Education floors in Purrington, I would want this wonder to extend out of the classroom and right into the Residence Halls. I would love to help guide and grow with the fellow residents of the building. One of my residents right now is in the Practicum program with me. When it comes time to working on a project or completing an assignment, we’re there to bounce ideas off each other. It also helps me to relate to her on a more personable level. It shows her that I am a fellow student and not just the RA.

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A recent survey went out to some of my residents to evaluate me as an RA. Here are some of the comments: What do you think of me as an RA? “You’re awesome! Not overbearing like past Ras have been. You truly let us have our independence but not too much.” “You are a great, approachable, very friendly person.” “You’re awesome. Such a great person.” What have I done to make your life easier at UMF? “The quick bathrooom has been awesome. Great idea!” “We always feel welcome to approach you with any concern or to just talk.” “You’re always there when I have a question, and you’re one of the nicest Ras out there.” “Been a friendly face in our unfriendly hall [and] dealing well with crisis.”

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How have I proven to be a good leader on the floor? “You always say hi, you take care of issues and you are fair.” “You are always very responsible and handle each situation carefully and efficiently.” “Always handles matters promptly and in a very professional manner.” Give examples of any times I have been a responsible, positive, or helpful RA. “When the bathrooms are crappy you close them to show people that it’s not okay.” “You’ve been ready and willing to help with any need that arises.” “During floor meetings, you always come prepared and have a fun sense of humor during meetings.” “During the phantom [pooper].”