Tag: ACUHO-I Foundations

“Regardless of their role within a campus housing and residence life department, the professional ultimately serves the philosophical underpinnings of student affairs and should reflect them in their practice.”

ResEdChat Ep 132: The Courage to Unlearn: Shifting Mindsets in Higher Ed

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In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, host Jas sits down with Thomas Bruick to discuss "unlearning" and mindset change. In student affairs and higher education, unlearning refers to the intentional process of letting go of outdated beliefs, assumptions, or practices to make space for the "new." It involves critical self-reflection, openness to change, and a commitment to slowing down our thoughts to make informed decisions. This process is especially relevant as institutions evolve to better serve and respond to societal shifts with our student populations. 

The Political Frame: Competing Interests and Shared Goals in ResLife

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In their influential work Reframing Organizations, Lee Bolman and Terrence Deal describe four frames through which organizations can be understood. In previous articles we’ve explored the structural and human resource frames. In this, we will be discussing the Political Frame, which offers a particularly relevant lens for examining university housing, a dynamic environment where competing... Continue Reading →

ResEdChat Ep 116: Staying Connected to Your Work! with Bernard Nichols

In student affairs, especially Housing and Residence Life, we do what I like to call "shadow work"—outside the classroom, in late-night conversations, in the spaces where students grow into themselves. In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Host Jasmine Nettles and guest Bernard Nichols talk about understanding "why" we do what we do, what keeps us going, and how our personal values and lived experiences have shaped the way we show up for students.

The Human Resources Frame: Creating a People-First ResLife Experience

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University housing plays a critical role in shaping students’ college experiences. A well-organized residential system fosters academic success, social development, and personal growth. However, managing university housing requires careful planning, coordination, and adherence to established policies. One way to understand the complexities of this system is through Bolman and Deal’s Four-Frame Model. In this article,... Continue Reading →

The Structural Frame: ResLife’s Blueprint for Success

Four Frames - Structural

University housing plays a critical role in shaping students’ college experiences. A well-organized residential system fosters academic success, social development, and personal growth. However, managing university housing requires careful planning, coordination, and adherence to established policies. One way to understand the complexities of this system is through Bolman and Deal’s Four-Frame Model, particularly the Structural... Continue Reading →

ResEdChat Ep 96: How to Leverage Appreciative Inquiry with Alex Baker

ResEdChat 96 - Alex Baker

This week, we're featuring another edition in this year's series of episodes featuring our guest writer cohort. Dustin speaks with Alex about the concept of appreciative inquiry and how he sees it applying to the work residence life professionals do every day. Alex shares how utilizing appreciative inquiry is a way to harness affirmative positivity and bring a strengths based approach to how we work with colleagues and students.

ResEdChat Ep 93: Self-Awareness and Beyond: Emotional Intelligence for Housing Professionals

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As housing professionals, we help students navigate life’s ups and downs, trauma, and a wide range of incidents and emotions—all while striving to remain calm and composed. Crystal is joined by Dr. Joshua Fredenburg, President and Founder of the Circle of Change Leadership, as he explores the concept of emotional intelligence, sharing practical tips on how to cultivate self-awareness and apply it in daily housing situations.

ResEdChat Ep 92: Creating a Modern Housing Operations Unit with Dr. Zach Blackmon

This week, Zach shares with Dustin insights from his experience managing housing operations, including assignments, meal plan administration, and off-campus student services. They discuss how to balance operational efficiency with meeting the expectations of students and leadership, all while maintaining a high level of service and satisfaction. Zach also explains the importance of data-driven planning, leveraging technology, and being adaptable in an evolving landscape.

Utilizing ACUHO-I Standards for Effective Department Benchmarking in College Student Housing

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Benchmarking is a crucial practice for college and university housing professionals to assess the effectiveness of their department and continuously improve the quality of services provided to students. One valuable resource for benchmarking is the ACUHO-I (Association of College and University Housing Officers - International) Standards and Ethical Principles for College and University Housing Professionals.... Continue Reading →

Embracing the B-Corp Spirit: How Residence Life Departments Can Foster Social and Environmental Impact

‎Roompact B-Corp Values in University Housing

As higher education institutions increasingly prioritize social responsibility and sustainable practices, the concept of B-Corps (Benefit Corporations) has gained significant attention. B-Corps are businesses that balance purpose and profit by considering the impact of their actions on employees, communities, and the environment. In this blog post, we will explore how residence life departments on campus... Continue Reading →

Video: PechaKucha – Claiming Our Roles As Educators: Residential Curriculum and Curricular Approaches

Curriculum PechaKucha Presentation

At the most recent Convention of ACPA - College Student Educators International, I had the opportunity to present a PechaKucha-style presentation on residential curriculum and curricular approaches to student affairs work. In this video I discuss why we need a curricular approach, how the movement started, what curricular approaches entail, and how we can move... Continue Reading →

4 Documents that Place “Student Learning” at the Core of Residential Education

Do you view yourself as an educator?

One of the primary roles of residence life professionals is to advance student learning. But given the myriad of hats and tasks that housing and residence life professionals take on, it can sometimes become lost in the mix. It requires professionals to remain vigilant. When developing educational plans, writing position descriptions, and training staff, these processes should be constantly... Continue Reading →

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