The RA Application consists of two components, both due by 11:59pm on Tuesday, December 20

1. Completion of online RA Application.
   • Requires completion of five short-answer essay question responses
   • Requires PDF submission of resume
2. Completion of a 2023-2024 Housing Application in myHousing.

Applicants will receive a detailed confirmation of your RA Application containing information for your review and a separate confirmation of your Housing Application. Absolutely no applications received after December 20 will be accepted. Both the RA Application and Housing Application must be submitted by the deadline to be eligible for the position.

If you require accommodations during the interview process, please contact [email protected]. If you require accommodations in your assigned RA unit, you will be required to register for accommodation with Disability Support Resources and indicate your accommodation in your application.

It is encouraged that applicants work on the answers to their essay questions ahead of time so that they may proofread and edit responses before submission. Answers should be specific and thorough, but authentic. There are no right or wrong answers.

To avoid the application timing out and losing data entered into the form, applicants are encouraged to draft essay question responses in a .doc and copy and paste responses into the application form.

1. Describe how you have been an engaged and contributing member of the Grand Valley and/or your home community. 

2. Describe a time you received a valuable piece of constructive criticism and how you utilized the feedback.

3. Describe how your viewpoint on a topic or issue has changed or evolved as a result of your experience at Grand Valley, either in or outside of the classroom.

Housing and Residence Life is a department within the Division of Student Affairs. Our mission is to provide resources and opportunities for student learning and success by collaborating to build inclusive residential communities and experiences. The Division of Student Affairs strives to elevate, challenge, and empower all learners to develop their passions and purpose in a healthy, inclusive, and equitable environment. Our vision is for every learner to belong, persist, and create meaningful lives, careers and communities. We value:

• Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Justice 
• Creating a Community of Care and Respect 
• Embracing Collaboration and Creativity  
• Empowering Experiential and Engaged Learning
• Enhancing Health and Well-being
• Seeking Understanding Across Differences 

4. Considering the foundational information linked above, what role do you believe a Resident Assistant plays in promoting student success and contributing to the Laker experience on campus?

The Division of Student Affairs strives to create a safe and supportive environment for people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - and promote a university community that values difference. 

The Framework for Inclusion and Equity at GVSU articulates the university’s understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Grand Valley believes that equity and inclusion makes each member of our community better and is fundamental to what it means to be a Laker.

5. Considering the foundational information linked above, define what belonging means to you and provide an example of how you would practice inclusion within the RA role.

Applicants chosen to interview for the RA position will be notified via GVSU email. Interviews will be held January 26-29, 2023.

Candidates will be interviewed by a panel of representatives including HRL staff members, current RAs, and campus partners from other departments.