RA 201: Developing the Holistic Resident Assistant
It builds on the established knowledge base from RA 101 and helps participating RAs explore the application of that knowledge to their practice as student leaders and to their future.
Module 1 – Self Awareness: Covers aspects of the RA role that include social justice, conflicts and bias, self-care and stress management, advocacy, inclusion, self-identity, leadership reflection, and effective role modeling.
Module 2 – Student Awareness: Covers a broad range of mental health concerns (depression, anxiety, suicide, eating disorders, addiction) and provides insights specifically for student leaders, including warning signs, resources, and tools to support students.
Module 3 – Team Awareness: Addresses fundamental aspects of working in team settings, including motivation, conflict, intergroup communication, and managing change.
Module 4 – Putting it All Together: Provides a unique opportunity for RAs to identify transferable skills gained through the RA role and apply them to their future career goals.