Residence Hall Meetings Residents are required to attend hall, floor, or individual meetings in the residential community. These mandatory meetings may be informational, educational, or focused on community standards. Residents who have a scheduling conflict should discuss the matter with their respective Resident Advisor prior to the meeting. Residence Activities and Programming The Department of Housing and Residence Life operates on a living-learning concept. Opportunities for learning and growth outside of the classroom are provided through programming and community-building activities. Throughout the year, professional staff members and Resident Advisors deliver weekday and weekend programming for residents in the community. Residents are strongly encouraged to take part in all programs and activities offered in their residence hall. Residence Hall Association (RHA) The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is a residential student-led organization serving as the overall governing body for residents at the University. RHA provides an opportunity for student involvement and leadership. The RHA Executive Board advocates for residential students and serves as a liaison between WSSU residents and the Department of Housing and Residence Life. RHA enhances the residential experience through programming that encourages student engagement and learning.
Hall Council Hall Council is an essential part of the residential experience. Each residence hall has an individual Hall Council that is governed under the umbrella of the Residence Hall Association (RHA). Student leaders who fulfill the various positions on their Hall Council host programs and help foster a sense of community in their residence hall. Hall Council members work closely with Resident Advisors and are advised by the Area Coordinator or Graduate Hall Director. Employment Opportunities The department of Housing and Residence Life hires students to fulfill a variety of roles such as Resident Advisors, Desk Attendants or Interns. Qualified students must have a 2.5 or higher and exhibit social maturity, openness to diversity and inclusion, maintain confidentiality, take responsibility for personal actions, and more. The recruitment and selection process takes place in the fall and spring semesters. The dates are announced via various venues on campus, including emails to residents from the department. National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) NRHH is a residential student-led organization that recognizes individuals for their outstanding leadership and service within the residence hall and promotes community and leadership at WSSU. To be a member of this organization individuals must serve as a leader within their residence hall, be in good standing with the university, and maintain at least a 3.0 grade point average.
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