This document provides information about the residents who live in room 406, including Giuseppe Feo, Regina Schneider, Eric Sheu, Michelle Watson, and Zachary Williams. It then discusses tips for building relationships with different types of residents, such as out-of-state students, residents with friends, upperclassmen, international students, residents with military families, and transgender residents. Specific challenges and opportunities are outlined for each group, along with programming ideas and resources for RAs to support their unique needs. The goal is for RAs to make all residents feel welcome in their community.
55 minute workshop with 4th-6th grade students. In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world?
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
55 minute workshop with 4th-6th grade students. In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world?
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
In some ways, sameness is great - we have same hobbies, we go to the same school, etc. But in what ways does sameness get us into trouble? How does sameness lead to stereotypes, bullying, and other things we don't want to see in the world? Learn how appreciating differences and becoming allies to one another can make a difference.
Uploading Amor y amistad.pptx 10903kb. Meanwhile you can add details and save.
Your file Amor y amistad.pptx is queued for conversion. Meanwhile you can add details and save.
Cultural competency is the ability interact effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds. When working with those from other cultures, it is important for us to identify our own biases so we can open ourselves to learn more about other cultural practices. Appreciation of our own cultural identities can help us to understand, acknowledge and accept the identities of others.
Elmhurst College added an optional question to their 2012 application for admission asking if students are members of the LGBT community. Staff members from Elmhurst will discuss the origins of adding the question, outreach efforts to assist LGBT students in their transition to college, and their work with EQUAL (the College’s gay/straight organization). In addition, they will address the media attention to the question, the campus support and communication plan for LGBT students, and what they’ve learned from student reaction to the question.
Catering to the Needs of International ResidentsJoshua Acosta
I was selected as the most eligible candidate from IUP to present at the annual RA conference at Carnegie Mellon University. Working collaboratively with select Residence Hall staff members, we designed a presentation to address the issue of catering to the needs international residents. I was responsible for developing and carrying out video interviews for a number of international students, compiling and analyzing data gained from these interviews, and combining portions of videos into subject-based clips for insertion in a PowerPoint presentation. During the conference, I presented a portion of the PowerPoint to conference attendees with my other team members, Martin Sagendorf and Katie Fox.
Uploading Amor y amistad.pptx 10903kb. Meanwhile you can add details and save.
Your file Amor y amistad.pptx is queued for conversion. Meanwhile you can add details and save.
Cultural competency is the ability interact effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds. When working with those from other cultures, it is important for us to identify our own biases so we can open ourselves to learn more about other cultural practices. Appreciation of our own cultural identities can help us to understand, acknowledge and accept the identities of others.
Elmhurst College added an optional question to their 2012 application for admission asking if students are members of the LGBT community. Staff members from Elmhurst will discuss the origins of adding the question, outreach efforts to assist LGBT students in their transition to college, and their work with EQUAL (the College’s gay/straight organization). In addition, they will address the media attention to the question, the campus support and communication plan for LGBT students, and what they’ve learned from student reaction to the question.
Catering to the Needs of International ResidentsJoshua Acosta
I was selected as the most eligible candidate from IUP to present at the annual RA conference at Carnegie Mellon University. Working collaboratively with select Residence Hall staff members, we designed a presentation to address the issue of catering to the needs international residents. I was responsible for developing and carrying out video interviews for a number of international students, compiling and analyzing data gained from these interviews, and combining portions of videos into subject-based clips for insertion in a PowerPoint presentation. During the conference, I presented a portion of the PowerPoint to conference attendees with my other team members, Martin Sagendorf and Katie Fox.
What every coach should know about international cultureT. Leo Schmitt
This presentation was given to the New York Chapter of the International Coaching Federation on June 17, 2015. It is a brief introduction to the complexities of culture and how they shape so many of our perceptions and expectations of the world.
A Safe Space on Campus: Winning Strategies Academic Libraries Can Use to Serv...Kristen Yarmey
A presentation given by Matthew Ciszek, Tara Fay, and Kristen Yarmey at the October 2011 Pennsylvania Library Association annual conference in State College, PA.
Description:
Much work has been done in public and school libraries to serve the information needs of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning patrons. In this session, attendees will learn to transform these ideas into winning strategies for making an academic library a “safe space.” Presenters will provide an introduction to GLBTQ awareness, offer suggestions for providing collections and services for GLBTQ patrons, and share their experiences in building relationships with GLBTQ groups on campus and in the community.
A Safe Space on Campus: Winning Strategies Academic Libraries Can Use to Serv...
Who Lives in 406
1. WHO LIVES IN 406?
Giuseppe Feo
Regina Schneider
Eric Sheu
Michelle Watson
ZacharyWilliams
2. Introduction
• So, we’re past the “getting-to-know” stage your residents…
• At LSU there are all types of residents you may run into including but not limited
to: out-of-state students, international students, military students, upperclassmen
with a friend set, and transgender students.
• Today we’ll be talking about all 5!
• Sit back, relax and learn some tips on how to form better relationships with your
unique resident set.
4. Difficulties Out of State Residents Face
• The Cost of College
• Over 70% of college students worry about money during their time at a university.
• Distance from Home
• No "Free Laundry"
• No Friends Base
• An environment with an overwhelming amount of options.
5. Encourage residents to add value to their
experience.
• Get out of your comfort zone.
• GPA isn't everything
• Don't be afraid of that B.
• Volunteering is good for your soul and your resume.
• Geaux Big, Dance Marathon,TigerTutoring, Hospice, Cemetery Restoration
• TIGER LINK
• Find a mentor.
• Who have you written to lately?
• Someone who is a year ahead of you in your degree; Someone working in your industry
of interest.
• Stay true to yourself.
6. ResidentsWith Friends
• Friend groups from high school
• Some will room with their best friends
• Be sure to check up on them as best friends do not always make the best roommates
• Won’t need help connecting with new people
• Be sure to help them connect to the community though
• Invite them to programs
• Ask about how they and their friends are fitting to LSU
• Many will rely on their friend groups for help
• Don't feel bad if they don’t come to you first for issues
• Don't forget about them
• See if they’ve branched out
7. Upperclassman
• More connected to LSU and have probably lived on campus before
• Many won't need the nurturing that freshmen need
• Many will already know the policies of living on campus
• Will least likely come to you about school and personal life
• Don't be overbearing or nosy if they don’t open up
• Will be further along curriculum
• Ask about plans after LSU
• Might require different resources such as the career center
• Listen to what they have to say about classes because they are taking harder courses
• Are likely to be in more organizations than freshman
• Check up on how they're balancing school with clubs and activities
8. International Residents
• They're excited, and clueless, it's cute, we love them!
• Mostly undergrads who are here for a semester/year
• Sometimes you get grad students, sometimes they're here all 4 years
• Most of what they know comes from media/stereotypes
• "I thought it would be like it was in the movies"
• A lot of the time they will stick to people from their countries and that's ok!
• Be patient with them, they'll branch out
• They'll get homesick sometimes
• Something we all have felt
• A lot of the times English is their second language
• Be understanding of this; they're brave for being here!
9. Bulletin Board Ideas
• Explaining Holidays to them
• Christmas &Valentines Day are obvious but what about Mardi Gras?Thanksgiving,
Columbus Day, Martin Luther King Day
• LSU Events:What's Homecoming? Fall Fest?
• Explaining the rules of football
• How to use public transportation
• Free with LSU ID
• Drinking age is 21!
• They should bring their passport with them (sometimes their ID won't suffice)
11. Residents with Military Families
• Advantages:
• More adaptive, independent, open-minded, tough as nails, used to adjusting to new places
• Disadvantages:
• Lack permanent homes (college could be there most permanent location), “ghost resident“
• Many times these residents don’t have a “hometown” as they have moved from place to place most of
their life.
• Some of them have families that live overseas, or families that move while they’re in school.
• Connecting/Interacting with this resident?
• Stress that you are there for them and this is a home away from home
• Let them know they can call/contact you whenever
• Introduce and connect them to other residents
• Update them on your programs and community programs
• Check up on how they're doing
• Programming/Bulletin Board ideas?
• Competitive and exploration-related programs would interest them most
13. Transgender Residents
• Transgender residents are some of the most unique residents you’ll ever interact with.
• Ask for pronouns up-front. Most transgender residents will let you know immediately how
they identify.
• In the Pentagon, we allow people to live with the gender they identify as and for some
residents that can be hard to deal with.
• Conflict Resolution Ideas – college is a place for people to explore, learn and grow.Your
residents will be exposed to all types of people. And for some, this can be difficult for them to
adjust to.
*Make these residents feel just as welcome to your community*
• Tips:
• Put on programs for them, walk them to the involvement fair, invite them an event on campus, go
to lunch with them.
• Spending time getting to know these residents is the best way to make them feel more comfortable
on campus.