Program, program, program!!
As you probably realize, programming is an essential part of the RA
position. It is through programming, both formal and informal, that you
will connect with your residents and build those critical relationships. It will
help your residents in many areas of their development.
Following are programming ideas divided into
several categories. These categories are designed to promote wellness of the
"whole person." Remember to balance out the types of programming that you
do, so that your residents receive the greatest benefit.
Remember to be inclusive.
This includes financial considerations, gender, ability and more. If you don't
challenge yourself in the area of diversity, you surely won't challenge your residents!
ENJOY!!
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Programming
Vocabulary:
Passive Programming - Programming that does not involve the direct
participation of the RA (or whoever does the program). A good example of a passive
program is a bulletin board or a educational poster.Active
Programming - In contrast to passive programming, active programming is what the
name implies. Some organized event or activity in which you and your residents take
and active role. This could be anything from a hike to a drug education workshop.
On the programs listed, a "P" indicates passive, and an "A"
indicates active.
Things to remember when planning:
Don't do all the work! - Utilize the resources that you already
have available! This website is only one resource! Check to see what your
residence hall or housing department has available and use it!
Bring in the experts! - You DON'T know everything, (sorry) so
bring in someone who does. Ask a community business-person to come in and speak
about what employers are looking for, or have an employee at the health center help with
your nutrition program. Again, you don't need to do all the work! |
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