Meet the RAs! - Rachel Homewood

SIU Residence Life has some great things going on, and we want to showcase some of our proud moments on our blog. We also hope people considering working in RA, graduate assistant, or full-time positions with our department will take a minute to learn more about the things we are doing. More information about our department, including position descriptions, application information, and graduate and full-time staff profiles can be found on our recruitment website.

As we recruit new Resident Assistants for the 2014-2015 year, we wanted to introduce a few of the talented individuals currently on our team. This profile features Rachel Homewood, RA in University Hall!

1. What's your name? Rachel Homewood

2. Where are you from? Northern Illinois

3. What's your major? Early Childhood Education: Child and Family Services

4. What is the best program or event you've been to on campus? I am a personal fan of Dawgs Nite Out. Every time that event is put on I have an amazing time.

5. What was the last book you read for fun? I just finished reading The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks.

6. What is your favorite thing about being an RA? I truly enjoy the connections that are made while being an RA. As an RA there are opportunities put into place that allow us to meet people of many diverse backgrounds. It helps to open up the mind to new ideas and experiences.

7. How else are you involved at SIU? I am very involved in my major (education) and am often in classrooms or doing other administrative tasks!

8. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? This is the hardest question, I just hope that I have my ducks in a row in 10 years. I want to be surrounded by the people that I love and hopefully be working in a place I enjoy that I am able to help many families.

9. What is your favorite quote? “No one can "get" an education, for of necessity education is a continuing process.” -Louis L'Amour

10. What do you do to unwind when you're feeling stressed? I love to craft, or just look at Pinterest thinking of what I can make!

Are you an RA and would like to be featured? Talk to your Hall Director about submitting your profile information.

Meet the RAs! - Christopher Weiss

SIU Residence Life has some great things going on, and we want to showcase some of our proud moments on our blog. We also hope people considering working in RA, graduate assistant, or full-time positions with our department will take a minute to learn more about the things we are doing. More information about our department, including position descriptions, application information, and graduate and full-time staff profiles can be found on our recruitment website.

As we recruit new Resident Assistants for the 2014-2015 year, we wanted to introduce a few of the talented individuals currently on our team. This profile features Christopher Weiss, RA in University Hall.

 

Name: Christopher Weiss

Where are you from: Batavia, IL. I did graduate from a community college first, Waubonsee Community College, with an A.A.S. degree in Automotive Technology. I am technically a senior (by credit hours) at SIU.

Major: Automotive Technology

Best Program I’ve Attended: I have got to say that Dawgs Nite Out are some of the best events that are held. There are loads of activities and free thing that you can get, depending on the event itself. (i.e. “Make you own sign”, Make your own poker chip, Casino Games, Free prizes, lazer tag, dodgeball, and more

Last book I read for fun: The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

Favorite thing about being an RA: The job itself has financial perks but besides that, I love being able to be a resource to my residents and to other students. I also have tons of opportunities to create events that are tailored to my residents and are fun for them.

Other involvement at SIU?: I am an active member of the Automotive Technology Organization (Auto Club) and the Saluki Formula SAE racing team.

Where do I see myself in 10 years: I have many opportunities presented to me by keeping my grades up and striving to become a better. As of right now, I am not sure where I will be. I do hope that at some time in the future that I become a manager or a “higher-up” in an automotive company, hopefully Ford.

Favorite Quote: I actually have this memorized…
“Humankind cannot gain anything without first giving something in return. To obtain; something of equal value must be lost.” – Fullmetal Alchemist by Hiromu Arakawa

What do I do to unwind?: I actually unwind by being active. Whether that is working out, going to clubs, filling out scholarships or talking to other students in my field. Occasionally I’ll play games.

Interested in the Resident Assistant position? Apply today! http://www.housing.siu.edu/positions/resident-assistant

Are you an RA and would like to be featured? Talk to your Hall Director about submitting your profile information.