Resident Assistants (RAs) are student peer leaders responsible for learning communities in university housing here at Eastern Illinois University. The RA position provides real-life experiences in working with and helping other people, conflict resolution, team building and many others. The position is a premiere leadership experience and one of the most challenging and fulfilling student leadership opportunities at EIU.
RAs are compassionate, responsible, fun, and out-going student leaders who create a welcoming environment and serves as a resource to their residents. The RA position is more than just a job; it is a leadership journey that offers infinite opportunities for one’s success and development at EIU and beyond.Take a look at the RA Job Description also see What our Resident Assistants are saying.
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Qualifications for the position
- I will be a full-time EIU student (registered for 12 credit hours or more) in the spring semester. If hired, I will be a full-time EIU student during my term of employment. (Note: Lakeland College of Nursing students are not eligible)
- I plan to have 24 credit hours by the start of NEXT fall semester.
- I understand that I must have a cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher when grades are posted at the end of this fall semester, and if hired, for my term of employment I understand I must maintain the department's minimum GPA requirement. (NOTE: Applicants with GPA's of 2.5 or lower when fall grades are posted will not be considered for employment.)
- I will have lived in University Housing for two semesters prior to my term of employment.
- I am in good judicial standing with the university. If not, please explain: Randall Bogard
Timeline for the Resident Assistant Hiring Process
| Date | Event | Location |
| Oct. 8th | RA Applications Available Online | |
| Oct. 8th | RA Informational Meetings at 4pm | Charleston/Mattoon Room, MLK Union |
| Oct. 17th | RA Informational Meetings at 7pm | Coleman Auditorium, Coleman Hall |
| Oct. 21st | RA Informational Meetings at 5pm | Arcola/Tuscola Room, MLK Union |
| Nov. 9th | RA Applications Due by 4:00pm | |
| Nov. 26th-30th | In-Hall Interviews | TBA |
| Jan. 31st-Feb. 2nd | Departmental Interview for RA candidates | TBA |
| Feb. 18th | RA Letters delivered to candidates | |
| April 7th-8th | RA Workshop Week 1 | TBA |
| April 14th-15th | RA Workshop Week 2 | TBA |
| April 21st-22nd | RA Workshop Week 3 | TBA |
