Basic presentation to Resident Assistants about utilization of Facebook as a tool in their positions.

1. Facebook
A Key to promoting and building
community…

2. First things first…

3. Personal “Pro”file…
 Using your Facebook profile is great to give
your residents a personal side of you.
 Show interests
 Maybe books and movies you like
 If you want to recruit people to clubs
discuss what kind of activities you enjoy
 Think of it as a get to know your new RA
bulletin board!!!

4. Good methods to promote
yourself!!

5. And… Again…

6. …..Still more…..

7. Cons to Facebook Profile
 Personal information…
 Pictures can lead to negative image…
 Contact information…
 Addition of chat to Facebook can lead to
“too much connectivity”

8. Example of “What not to do”

9. Another…

10. Facebook is not just one way…
 You can see residents…
 Building community is often about being
able to reach out to residents in times of
need.
 More residents will type their emotions on
their “status” than be open to someone they
just met…
 Ironic isn’t it?

11. Other ways to promote
community…

12. Create a group for your floor!!

13. Benefits of making these groups..
 People from one end of the hall, can get to
know others in a comfort area
 You can build a group dynamic and sense
of belonging
 You can promote floor events and start floor
conversations that those not readily
available can participate in

14. Downfalls of groups…
 Groups often need to be monitored, on
occasion some people will abuse the group,
or post things that are insensitive
 A group cannot and should not be all you do
to build community, interpersonal
communication has not rival
 If they are neglected, often members can
feel neglected also

15. Creating Events…
 With the world going technological
promoting programs should keep pace
 With groups you can now link events to
groups
 Making a floor group and building group
and linking events will make SURE that
people see them, no more poster blindness

16. Closing thoughts…
 Facebook is a tool for building community
it is not the end all be all.
 There is no ONE formula on how to use this
platform, be creative, but be responsible
 Share the tips about profiles with your
residents, often times harassment can take
place when a person posts every form of
communication.

17. ANY QUESTIONS?