WHITEWATER, WISCONSIN (October 16, 2023) — Robert Murphy, from Geneseo, Illinois, who is studying Biology, has been named a resident assistant (RA) at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater for the 2023-24 academic year.
RAs are part-time student staff members who live in the residence halls with students, serve as a resource and positive role model, and help build a sense of community by hosting floor events.
RAs at UW-Whitewater reinforce the university's mission to provide a welcoming, safe, and inclusive place where students, faculty, and staff champion one another.
"Resident Assistants are dynamic individuals selected based on potential as a leader, ability to connect with students, and having an attitude that is positive and caring," said Maria Glorioso, assistant director for student engagement. "RAs plan fun and engaging events, serve as a resource to others and interact intentionally with each student they encounter. They are instrumental in making the halls home for every student."
Prospective RAs must have experience living on campus for two semesters and have a minimum GPA of 2.25. They go through group interviews with peers and housing staff members, and an individual interview before being offered the position.
A total of 129 RAs serve 14 Residence Halls on the UW-Whitewater campus.
To learn more about UWW's Resident Assistant program, visit uww.edu/housing/staff/resident-assistants.
