While not every activity provided in this guide will be feasible for an online course, there are many that can still be adapted. C A_; Teamwork and decision-making will be the focus of these structured activities. As you are planning your schedule for the semester, keep in mind that managing your time effectively to schedule Group Process Workshops is similar to the time management you will need to be successful in the RA role. References may not be a friend or family member. Imagine you are a member of the RA Selection Committee. de4ce:0Sfva`0ahO0lf8 zgA:@ |0 <>>> endobj 27 0 obj If the group interview involves a group task or activity, use this exercise to demonstrate that you are a firm but personable and effective leader. Through icebreakers, group maintenance activities, dialogue starters, and reflection activities, students will be able to engage with each other in a variety of ways. Based on your availability, you will be placed into a workshop that will be facilitated at the same time each week, over the course of 4 weeks. The evaluators will be observing how you interact with your peers, your leadership skills, and the way you espouse or demonstrate the qualities that we are looking for in our RA staff. The RA position tends to attract a large number of applicants. endobj Resident Assistants receive a reduced room rate credit and a stipend paid out over equal payments. Please tell us about a time that you used your cultural competence to resolve an issue How would I help them? They serve in an on-call duty rotation, return to campus early each Please verify that your ratings reflect the following descriptions. It is to your advantage to attend each of the workshops you are signed up for, as this gives us more opportunities to assess your abilities as a leader and a team member, which is to the benefit of your candidacy in the selection process. Thank you again for your interest, and good luck throughout the selection process! <> endobj Individual interviews will take place from Thursday, February 9 Wednesday, February 15, 2023. endobj Marquette University even tells RA. 19 0 obj of Residence Life immediately. endstream endobj 465 0 obj <. As I was sitting through my fourth year of resident assistant group process at Worcester Polytechnic Institute I began to think, how could this be improved? Theory: The ideal setup would be to remove the facilitator and specific time limits from group process. The different types of activities in this guide offer ways to address these challenges in your large course and while some may be difficult to carry out with the entire class, they can be adapted for use in small groups. ET . What are some ideas that you have? should not last more than two hours. It was quickly evident that a group process activity such as the Chocolate River - designed to observe and evaluate a candidate's communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills - if done virtually, was going to look extremely different. Thinking about how you structure interactions and how you provide different opportunities for students to participate are key components to building an inclusive online course. endobj Here are the most common activities that occur during a group interview: General interview questions Case studies Practical tasks Role-playing exercises Group presentations General interview questions A common way of conducting a group interview is for the interviewer to ask each candidate individual questions. Outline 20 frames Reader view Intro-Self Meet the Boss Bosses that were RAs Wesley Snipes Adam Sandler Chyna from WWF Mike Ditka Sheryl Crow Hilary Clinton Resident Directors at Snow College Your BOSS! As a bonus, well give you a coupon for 20% off our bookstore. application below. I cant say with certainty that it changed who we hired, but I can say it gave different clarity to the skill-set of certain candidates. as the form will not allow you to save. This minimized the risk and allowed for easier intervention if things went severely off-track. Below are a list of dates, times, and locations for information sessions. The question I started to ask myself was whether the structure limits the groups potential growth or the personalities of the individuals within the group. 44 0 obj They need to determine which supplies they are going to take with them on their 200-mile journey to the mother ship. At that time, candidates will be notified if they have received a position, will Do you want to shape the residence hall experience for others? Interested applicants are required to complete the following steps: Attend an RA Selection Information Meeting Submit an application (only accessible if you attended an information meeting) Each students financial aid package is unique. <>>> last between 1 - 4 p.m. You will learn of which group and time you have been assigned While not necessarily realistic in the higher education setting, this process would be great to observe from behind a 2 way glass mirror. It's origins are unknown. It will direct you to a Google Form which will require you to login with your Wilkes with others. Marketable Skill Development, View and apply for the RA position by visiting careers.umw.edu and clicking Student Employment. You will be able to search for the application on that page. They can also be used as Teambuilders or to exercise other skills. View and apply for the RA position by visiting careers.umw.edu and clicking Student Employment. You will be able to search for the application on that page. <> Developing group cohesion is important in an online space where personal interactions take more effort and planning than they would in an in-person setting. you taken to overcome this challenge? Candidates will have until Monday, February 20, 2023, at 5 pm to register. experience on our website. endobj The application consists of biographical information and asks for one professional reference. The RA Selection crew will review all applications and make What is your attitude towards policy enforcement? 8 0 obj The RA application includes general, academic, and involvement related information. RAs are an essential element of building a safe and sound residential community. should consult Alicia Govens, Assistant Director of Residence Life, at. POSITION DESCRIPTIONS AND HIRING PAPERWORK, RA Expectations Signature Sheet and Accountability Chart. Timeline for Fall 2023 Positions Monday, January 23rd - RA application for fall 2023 positions opens at 9 a.m. in ResLife Online. Every new RA Candidate is expected to attend one scheduled RA information session. For example, 4th Year Pharmacy (P4) students would not be eligible for the RA position. This time is critical to prepare Resident Assistants for their role and responsibility as resources for their residents. stream I chose activities that I have observed before in a traditional group process setting so that I could more accurately compare the differences. Developing community and group cohesion in STEM courses is a great way to promote inclusivity. Your university email will be our primary form of communication and you will receive important emails and updates related to the process. Additionally, we encourage any interested students to meet with their German faculty and Katie Bye, Director of Residential Life, to discuss the position. You can expect to be asked a series of questions pertaining to your interest in the role, awareness of the position, leadership potential, community building, and multiculturalism. Written Application 2. <> endobj The one major risk I see is if a group completely implodes. <> for the day no later than Thursday, Feb. 16. Candidates will be evaluated based on their application materials, participation in the RA selection process, and compatibility with the department's mission and goals. Class time is TBD and will be announced to new RA hires later this semester. endobj German House Resident Assistant Position Overview 2023-2024, Resident Assistant Position Overview 2023-2024. During Group Process interviews, you will be led through a series of interactive activities by experienced facilitators. Removing the facilitator did not change the outcome of group process. Over my ten year tenure, I saw the selection process drop the second formal . Individual interviews will be conducted using Zoom, between February 13th -24th. These are all in editable PowerPoints. endstream RA Selection Timeline. |. endobj Interview Day is a full day. <> There are two sessions each week. Having worked with training and selection of student staff for six years, Im always looking for ways to update processes. There are a few short answer questions in the application, which are included below. RAs help their fellow students and create a welcoming community where students feel like they belong. Position Descriptions and Hiring Paperwork, RA Interview Questions and Evaluation Sheets. <>>> . a group. Use three adjectives to describe yourself! The Office of Residence Life and Housing employs approximately 75 Resident Assistants (RAs) who are at least second-semester first-year students. During Group Process interviews, you will be led through a series of interactive activities by experienced facilitators. This collection of activities provides a selection of vetted exercises that will assist instructors and students in developing group cohesion, thoughtful engagement, and reflective responses to challenging material. Attending Resident Assistant Training in its entirety and fully participating in opening the Residence Halls is required to hold the position. - In this activity participants determine who is responsible for the death of one of the characters. We saw the need to observe the candidate for more than 20 minutes and the group activities gave us insight into a candidate's interpersonal skills, work ethic, and understanding of the role. International Students & Scholars Services, Attend an RA Selection Information Meeting, Submit an application (only accessible if you attended an information meeting), Participate in a video submission (details will be emailed to selected candidates), Participate in an individual interview (details will be emailed to selected candidates), Participate in a group process selection session (details will be emailed to selected candidates), Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 78 p.m. This person may be an Area Coordinator or Residence Director or any type ofResident Assistant. endstream From planning social programming to directing residents to on and off campus resources, Some of other benefits include: professional development opportunities through training and conferences, leadership development, connections with people, and marketable skill development. 23 0 obj New RA candidates will submit formal application and complete both an individual and group interview. They can also be used as Teambuilders or to exercise other skills. The Drawbridge- In this activity participants determine who is responsible for the death of one of the characters. Be able to discuss the impact the job would have on your studies and current extracurricular activities. Once you have completed the application, someone from the Residence Life and Housing team will reach out to you to confirm a date and time for your individual and group process interviews. Resident Assistants are the foundation of the Housing staff and have the responsibility to serve as an administrator, organizer, programmer and role model for the residents of their hall or apartment areas. Alternate Pool candidates are eligible for hire until the next RA Selection Process. The interview will take approximately 45 minutes. LEAD 240 (Student Development) is a requirement of all new RAs. Let our supportive living-learning environment and knowledgeable staff guide you toward reaching your personal and academic goals within your home-away-from-home. February 2022. Candidates are interviewed by staff members of the Office of Residence Life and Housing. and observing candidate behavior. It has also increased my self-worth. 26 0 obj During the written application process candidates will select an interview time from multiple available time slots. You will also be observed and subsequently evaluated by members of the Residence Life and Housing team. This activity can be used to examine critical thinking, supporting one's ideas, and reaching consensus. RA Selection: Virtual Group Process Day Activities . individual interview and group presentations. endobj <> <> Apply for the 23-24 RA Selection Process Please avoid sweatpants. The Resident Assistant recruitment and selection process will start mid-February and will continue until RA offers are sent the week of April 10th. I had no expectation for which they do, though I thought if they chose to divide into two groups, the element of competition would be an interesting dynamic without a faciltiator. If not, wear an outfit that increases the confidence you have gained through preparation. endstream To help you prepare for the selection process, listed below are some ideas to reflect upon before your interview: Summer Resident Position Application can be found on the Student Life Summer Employment Application. stream business professional and candidates should expect to act in a professional manner What I have noticed increasingly over the years is a reluctance to share opinions or be fully genuine in the process by candidates. 17 0 obj X,S/STJ"(q|,b%"ffK.Klnrk,GBK?]2ZlUtQ{?(t+r,1=Z.XXtqlqDV endobj Training lasts approximately two weeks and covers a variety of information. )+y ,0s. Applicants are also asked to provide contact information (name and email address). Group Process For your application to be considered, we must have the following by 5pm on Wednesday, December 16, 2009: Completed Application You may still apply and be selected for an RA position. 2 Resident Assistant (RA) Job Description A Resident Assistant is an undergraduate upper-class student who has been selected and trained . The RA position is a job. Communication Strategies and Development (through connections with faculty, staff, and students) While the information sessions are not a mandatory part of the selection process, we highly encourage prospective candidates to take advantage of this opportunity. December 2021. Following the completion of these parts, you will receive a confirmation e-mail and be provided the link to a google form where you will complete the Scenario-Based Discussion Questions. in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Group Process interviews are essentially an experiential interview. While you should still be clean and presentable, jeans, sweaters, sweatshirts, and sneakers, etc. and to participate in activities and discussions that offer insight into the RA role. endobj endobj This activity can be used to examine critical thinking, communication, and reaching consensus. The packet would explain that you have "x" amount of time to complete the enclosed activities. I like new challenges and, to be frank, I like challenging students in new ways. As you hbbd```b``3@$Sd"5"b`2Dm`7`]`N0 DW@i"`6 h$]d`bd`L?7 tT Check the Selection Timeline webpage NOW and reserve this entire day; your participation is mandatory for consideration for all RA positions. accept that offer. Resident Assistants should have a genuine interest in working with other students and helping these students develop intellectually, socially, and culturally. stream After a review of candidate applications and case study responses, applicants who we feel will be successful RA candidates will be offered the opportunity to interview with members of the Residential Learning Coordinator team. endobj Here are some strategies and suggestions for creating effective group process activities: Create actual quizzes to determine their level of knowledge about campus information and resources necessary for the position. Luckily I do not have to wait a full year to try this process. x nH@ l Don't have an activity just to have an activity. If you are interested in Sorority Housing Complex staff position, please contact Shelby Hanselman at shelby.hanselman@valpo.edu. 32 0 obj Questions about RA Group Process Workshop . Solstice Shenanigans- In this activity participants play a Clue-like game to determine the what, who, when and why of a crime. endobj endobj placed in the following school districts in order to remain eligible for the position: Candidates concerned about an experience and its compatibility with the RA position, No, only full-time students are eligible for the RA position. 43 0 obj - RA candidates will participate in a group interview. Candidates should dress comfortably (jeans, slacks, t-shirts, blouses, sneakers, etc.). November - December 2022: When announced, Information Sessions will be offered on a variety of dates and days of the week. Group Process Day gives us a chance to see, firsthand, how you work with It would be interesting to see them try to resolve their own issues knowing that they are being observed and that there is a potential job on the line. The Department of ResidenceLife recommends that all RA applicants contact the Financial Aid Office to determine the effect that accepting an RA position will have on their financial aid package. The priority deadline for applying is February, The RA Class is an opportunity to get further acquainted with the Office of Residence Life and Housing, meet your fellow staff members for the next year, and complete paperwork pertaining to employment. Challenges in large courses include: ensuring all voices are heard, facilitating group discussions, creating a more communal classroom, and involving students in the processing of information through active learning. RAs create experiences and activities on their floor and in the hall. 16 0 obj RAs act as referral sources for other residents. The packet would explain that you have x amount of time to complete the enclosed activities. x nH@ declaring certain building materials unsafe and having the group remove them from the structure]. 22 0 obj To provide instructors with a variety of activities that can be used at any point during the term. questions. The Alternate Pool is for those candidates for the Resident Assistant position who are qualified and have the skills to be a Resident Assistant, but we, unfortunately, do not have a position available at the time. Conversation was lively and candid with several candidates taking on roles of pointing out gaps in logic. Yes, but RAs are not permitted to work more than 15 hours per week outside the RA position. It is a great opportunity for you to further develop your leadership skills, get involved on campus, and make lifelong friends. The activities are divided into four types: Icebreakers, Group Maintenance, Dialogue Starters, and Reflection. Matt & Kiely Aitken Matt is actually not scary Matt is secretly Mr. endobj <> The RA remuneration can impact your ability to maintain your work study position or other aid that you receive. Set up a meeting with your Residential Learning Coordinator (RLC) to talk about the position. %%EOF Thank you for your interest in becoming a Drexel Resident Assistant (RA). The instructions were left vague to allow the candidates interpretation of whether they were supposed to be competing to build the tallest tower between two groups or work as a large group. There was the added benefit of seeing the group work through their own time management issues. Attached to the confirmation email there will be a copy of the scenario for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that your references have completed the reference form on time. 38 0 obj 42 0 obj RA Selection Timeline for 2023-2024 Academic Year HEAD RESIDENT ASSISTANT In addition to their RA duties, Head Resident Assistants are responsible for the administration, coordination, supervision and evaluation of RAs assigned to his/her building (s), as well as the oversight of residence hall programs and activities. endobj Class time is TBD, and will be announced to new RA hires later this semester, Professional Development opportunities (conference attendance, training, etc), Communication Strategies and Development (through connections with faculty, staff, and students), Current Students Termination of Housing Agreement, ELEV Rotunda & Conference Room Reservations.