RA Selection
The Resident Assistant (RA) position is one of the most crucial student leadership positions within the University. To become an RA, students must complete a rigorous application process that includes submitting required materials and attending a group process, and individual interview.
Resident Assistant Application Process
The primary goal of a Suffolk RA is to support, create, and maintain a thriving community in the residence halls. RAs work as part of a team and serve as role models for other students. Some of their key responsibilities are:
- Community Development
- Peer Advising
- Planning/Executing Educational Programming
- Safety/ Policy Confrontation
Please note that the 2018-19 dates included in the RA Position Description are tentative subject to change.
Applications are currently available via SU Connect on the Residence Life & Housing organization page under "Forms", and are due on Monday, January 29th by 5:00 p.m. Only electronic submissions via SU Connect will be accepted.
RA Application Requirements
- Completion of essay questions
- Submission of an up-to-date cover letter and resume
- Submission of two RA Recommendation Forms. At least one form must be from a Suffolk faculty member or administrator.
- Attendance at one information session*. Please see below for a complete list of info session dates, times and locations.
*Info Session Dates and Locations
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, November 16, 2017 | 12:15pm | Beacon 101 |
| Sunday, December 3, 2017 | 7:00pm | Miller Hall Function Room |
| Friday, December 8, 2017 | 9:00am | 150 Tremont Auditorium |
| Tuesday, January 16, 2018 | 3:00pm | Somerset 316 |
| Thursday, January 18, 2018 | 12:30pm | Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, Sawyer 8th Floor |
| Monday, January 22, 2018 | 7:00pm | 10 West Mezzanine- 2nd Floor |
| Tuesday, January 23, 2018 | 12:30pm | Miller Hall Lobby |
| Thursday, January 25, 2018 | 12:30pm | Miller Hall Lobby |
| Friday, January 26, 2018 | 12:00pm | Miller Hall Lobby |
Questions? Please contact Residence Life at 617-305-2500 x 0 or email us at [email protected].