On October 18, 2016, the Office of Residential Life sponsored their first RA information meeting of the year. Nearly 100 students gathered to learn about the responsibilities and benefits of becoming a resident assistant for the next school year. The meeting was the first step towards the RA application process, as well as an opportunity to meet other student leaders. The event contained a PowerPoint presentation, personal testimonies, a meet and greet session with current RAs, and light refreshments. Following the formal presentations, students could ask residential assistants from every area of housing more personalized questions, such as ones regarding the time commitment it requires and stress management. My friend and I attended the information
