Your Completed Application Packet Must Be Submitted to Student Development By

Dear Applicant:

We are excited that you have decided to apply for the Resident Advisor position at WittenbergUniversity. Included in this packet you will find an RA position application, reference forms, and an RA selection process timeline. Please read all of this information carefully before completing your application packet.

Your completed application packet must be submitted to Student Development by

January 28, 2011at 5:00 PM. We will not accept late applications, so please plan ahead. When you submit your application, please be prepared to sign up for an individual interview and one of the group process sessions. The dates of these events can be found in the RA selection process timeline, which can be foundon the next page.

If you have any questions concerning the selection process or the RA position, please feel free to talk to your area coordinator or contact Melissa Jensen by phone at 937-327-7800 or via e-mail .

On behalf of the entire Residence Life Staff, we wish you the best of luck and look forward to meeting you in the coming weeks.

Sincerely,

Melissa Jensen

Assistant Dean/Area Coordinator for Ferncliff and New Hall

RA Selection Committee

Spring 2011 RA Selection Timeline

November 17, 2010Applications Available

RA Information Sessions (recommended, choose 1)

January 13, 2011 7:00PM, Ness Auditorium, Hollenbeck Hall

January 18, 2011 9:30PM, Individual Hall Main Lounges

January 28, 2011Completed applications must be delivered to

Student Development by 5:00 PM.

January17-21, 2011Returning RA/CA Interviews

Student Development Conference Room

February 4, 2011Group Process Interview (choose 1)

6:00 PM- 9:00 PM 329 Hollenbeck

February 5,2011Group Process Interview (choose 1)

9:00 AM- 11:00 AM 329 Hollenbeck

February 5-6,2011Individual Interview Days

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM 329 Hollenbeck

(Sign up for an appointment in Student Development)

February 14, 2011Decision letters delivered to candidates

Resident Advisor Application

Campus Information: (Please type or print neatly)

Name:______

Last Name First Name Middle Initial

Mailbox #:______ID #:______E-mail Address:______

Permanent Home Address: ______

Street City State Zip Code

Building/Room #: ______Phone Extension:______Gender:______

Anticipated Graduation Date:______

GPA (min of 2.7cumulative):______

Have you lived in a Residence Hall for one semester?______

Cell Phone #: ( _____)______-______

Reference Information:

Indicate the names of those faculty, administrators, or student staff from whom you will be requesting

Reference #1: (faculty/staff):______

Reference #2: (from your current or former RA):______

Campus Activities and Employment:

Please list all campus activities and Campus Employment with which you have been involved. Mark a “X” in the continuation box if you expect to continue this activity next year.Resident Advisors may NOT hold another on-campus job in addition to their role as a RA. Off campus jobs MUST be approved by the Resident Advisor’s Area Coordinator.

Organization/Office / Position/Responsibilities / Hours/week / Continue

General Information

Please indicate your top 3 Living-Learning Environments or Buildings.

(1 being your first choice)

______FERNCLIFF

______FIRESTINE

______MYERS (HONORS)

______NEW HALL

______TOWER

______WOODLAWN (ALL FEMALE HALL)

Any comments on Building Selection:

______

______

If you are not placed in the hall of your choice would you still accept the RA position?

______

SHORT ESSAY

(Please type)

Please write a brief response to the following questions. Your responses should be limited in length to atotal of two (2) double-spaced, typed pages with one-inch margins. This application will serve as the coversheet. Good luck! We look forward to reading your responses.

1. What interests you about the Resident Advisor position?

2. What skills do you bring to the position that will make you an effective Resident

Advisor?

3. Please list any expected student teaching, internships, etc., related to academic coursework for the upcoming year. Also, list any anticipated extracurricular commitments (e.g., clubs, athletics, theater, etc.) How will you balance these commitments with the demands of the Resident Advisor position?

4. How have you been a contributing member of the Wittenberg community?

Group Process

Group Process is another aspect of our selection process. It is designed to assess how well a candidate can follow directions and work with others in a group. In addition, it allows our department to spend time getting to know you better; as well as, a time for you to gain more information about the RA position. This is mandatory for each candidate to attend in order for you to continue in the interview process. Please sign-up for the group process of your choice at Student Development upon turning in your application. The dates and times are listed on the second page of the application. The student worker in Student Development will be able to assist you with the sign-up process.There is limited spaces for both dates, so be sure to sign up early if your time is not flexible.

I have read the position description accompanying this application, and I am aware of the eligibility requirements. The information that I have presented in this application is true and accurate. I understand that incomplete or false information may subject me to disqualification from the selection process. I authorize the Office of Residence Life to conduct a grade and discipline record inquiry during the processing of my application, in order to determine my eligibility for the position.

______

Applicant’s SignatureDate

PLEASE RETURN YOUR COMPLETED MATERIALS TO THE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT OFFICE BY 5:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2011. THANK YOU

Wittenberg University Office of Residence Life

Personal Recommendation

I have submitted an application for the position of Resident Advisor at Wittenberg University. Please complete part II of this form.

Resident Advisors are selected on the basis of their ability to communicate and work with individuals and groups. They live in the residence halls and assist students in making transitions to the University; Resident Advisors also strive to create environments conducive to academic achievement, development of community, and personal growth.

Part I – To be completed by Applicant

Name:______Date:______

Waiver right to examine this information

I waive my right to access this recommendation under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

______

Signature of Applicant Date

Part II- To be completed by individual making recommendation

Please indicate your relationship to the applicant: ______

Rate the applicant on the following items using the scale below:

1 – Almost Never 2 – Infrequently 3 – Sometimes 4 – Usually 5 – Always

_____ AttitudeApplicant displays an overall positive attitude and willingness to perform in a satisfactory manner. Uses effective coping skills when experiencing difficulty.

_____ DependabilityApplicant is punctual and follows through on assigned tasks in a timely and thorough manner.

_____ CommunicationApplicant listens for understanding, entertains others perspectives and responds to the needs and concerns of peers or coworkers.

_____ Problem SolvingApplicant identifies issues, utilizes resources, gathers information and consults when necessary and appropriate.

_____ InitiativeApplicant asserts him/herself and performs beyond minimum expectations.

_____ LeadershipApplicant displays a willingness to accept leadership roles among peers.

_____ IntegrityApplicant displays the ability to make ethical decisions.

Describe strengths this applicant possesses that will be helpful in the RA position.

Describe areas of improvement this applicant may need to become an effective RA.

Based on your personal/professional interaction with this applicant, please check one of the following:

____I highly recommend this candidate

____I recommend this candidate

____I recommend this candidate with reservations

____I do not recommend this candidate

Please use this space to add additional comments about this candidate:

______

Signature of individual making recommendation Date

______

Title Phone #

Thank you for your time. Please return this form in a sealed envelope by January 28, 2011to:

Melissa Jensen

Assistant Dean/Area Coordinator

Student Development

PO Box 720

Springfield, OH45501-0720

Wittenberg University Office of Residence Life

Personal Recommendation

I have submitted an application for the position of Resident Advisor at Wittenberg University. Please complete part II of this form.

Resident Advisors are selected on the basis of their ability to communicate and work with individuals and groups. They live in the residence halls and assist students in making transitions to the University; Resident Advisors also strive to create environments conducive to academic achievement, development of community, and personal growth.

Part I – To be completed by Applicant

Name:______Date:______

Waiver right to examine this information

I waive my right to access this recommendation under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

______

Signature of Applicant Date

Part II- To be completed by individual making recommendation

Please indicate your relationship to the applicant: ______

Rate the applicant on the following items using the scale below:

1 – Almost Never 2 – Infrequently 3 – Sometimes 4 – Usually 5 – Always

_____ AttitudeApplicant displays an overall positive attitude and willingness to perform in a satisfactory manner. Uses effective coping skills when experiencing difficulty.

_____ DependabilityApplicant is punctual and follows through on assigned tasks in a timely and thorough manner.

_____ CommunicationApplicant listens for understanding, entertains others perspectives and responds to the needs and concerns of peers or coworkers.

_____ Problem SolvingApplicant identifies issues, utilizes resources, gathers information and consults when necessary and appropriate.

_____ InitiativeApplicant asserts him/herself and performs beyond minimum expectations.

_____ LeadershipApplicant displays a willingness to accept leadership roles among peers.

_____ IntegrityApplicant displays the ability to make ethical decisions.

Describe strengths this applicant possesses that will be helpful in the RA position.

Describe areas of improvement this applicant may need to become an effective RA.

Based on your personal/professional interaction with this applicant, please check one of the following:

____I highly recommend this candidate

____I recommend this candidate

____I recommend this candidate with reservations

____I do not recommend this candidate

Please use this space to add additional comments about this candidate:

______

Signature of individual making recommendation Date

______

Title Phone #

Thank you for your time. Please return this form in a sealed envelope by January 28, 2011 to:

Melissa Jensen

Assistant Dean/Area Coordinator

Student Development

PO Box 720

Springfield, OH 45501-0720