Student Affairs NOW Reimagining Residence Life
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Dec 7, 2022 David Hibbler, Director of Residential Education at the University of South Florida, Erin Simpson, Assistant Dean of Students at the University of Oklahoma, and Dana Olivo, Assistant Director at Smith College, share fresh perspectives on residence life. They discuss adapting to crises like COVID-19 and emphasize balancing student support with staff well-being. The trio also explores innovative strategies for community engagement, the importance of context-specific solutions, and the need for sustainable practices in educational environments.
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Unsustainable Self-Sacrifice in Residence Life
- Residence life staff tend to "light themselves on fire" to support others, an unsustainable practice.
- This approach teaches students to rely solely on residence life staff, which harms their development.
Less Can Be More in Residence Life
- Doing less but better in residence life means supporting staff to better serve students.
- Constant crisis management leaves little space for strategic, innovative thinking.
Plan and Share Crisis Response Duties
- Develop detailed proactive plans for crises to avoid ad hoc responses.
- Share responsibility across teams to protect staff and serve students effectively during crises.