Motivating RAs for the Spring Semester

Residence Life Professional Answers:

Hello from Bowling Green State University!

How to motivate RAs?  That's a question that professional staff struggles with all of the time.  Personally, I try to motivate on a one-on-one basis. I get to know my RAs and do things that will make them happy depending on their likes and dislikes.  I put candy in their boxes, little notes for a job well done, and toys that fit their personalities.

At the beginning of the spring semester, I review the goals and objectives that they had set at the beginning of the fall semester and do a LOT of teambuilding.  I have 11 RAs in 2 buildings, so they like that time to see each other.

Good luck!
Aimee Zimmer
Anderson/Bromfield Residence Hall Director
Bowling Green State University