I'm interested in pursuing a career in housing/residence life, so where do I go from here?

Pursuing a career in this field is rewarding and exciting! Here are some resources to help you get started:

Making Your Way Into the Housing Profession
By Karen McLaughlin
A primer on how to start the path from RA to Res Life Professional. Karen's article provides ideas of how you can prepare yourself as an RA, job search information, as well as a general overview of what to look for in graduate programs.

Managing the Transition from Student Staff Member to Graduate Student Staff Member
by Melissa Hutson
Moving from the RA position to a Graduate Hall Director position is a transition that has many unexpected components. Melissa outlines what to expect in this transition as well as providing excellent tips for coping effectively with these changes.

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If you would like to submit an article on any aspect of pursuing a career in Housing, please submit it today! Articles should be between 500 and 1,500 words and can be emailed to us via the contact page