RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION
EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITIONS
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
President – The President of RHA serves as the voice of the organization by serving on
committees throughout campus life and working with campus partners. He or she presides
over the Executive and General Boards. In addition the president serves as the chief execu tive
officer of the organization.
Vice President – The Vice President of RHA is responsible for communication within the Executive
Board and Hall Councils, recognition programs, monitoring budgets, developing social and
educational programs, and collaborating with Res Life Staff and UHFS programs.
National Communication Coordinator - The National Communications Coordinator (NCC) maintains
communication between Chico State RHA and the regional (PACURH) and national (NACURH)
organizations. The NCC does this by managing the school’s affiliation, relaying information
between PACURH, NACURH, and campus, and choosing delegations to go to conferences. The NCC
also prepares the bids and awards to submit to the regional level and serves as RHA’s vote in
conferences.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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All positions are required to live-in University Housing for the 2014-15 academic term.
Positions will receive $6,000 toward their room and board fees.
Positions are required to return to campus August 4th.
The President and Vice President positions are elected positions. Elections will take place
at the RHA General Board Meeting on April 23.
The National Communications Coordinator is an appointed position. The NCC will be
appointed by the incoming and outgoing President and Vice President on April 25.
Once elected or appointed, an individual will be removed from the Resident Advisor
Alternate List if they are currently on it.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested individuals may submit an application for candidacy by submitting the following
documents to the University Housing Central Office (behind Shasta Hall) no later than Noon, April 7.
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Application
Signed Candidate Agreement
250 maximum word Biography/ Statement of Intent (see sample on back)
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RHA MISSION STATEMENT
The Residence Hall Association serves residents by creating a living and learning experience within
University-owned residence halls. The intention of the Residence Hall Association is to promote
student intellectual, educational, cultural, physical, and social welfare; design and facilitate
programs and informational services to all residents; and provide opportunities for residents to
achieve fuller participation in our campus community through leadership growth and development.
The Residence Hall Association serves as a representative body and voice between residents and
the Associated Students, University Administration, student organizations, residence hall staff, and
the Chico community.
The Residence Hall Association is one of the largest student-run organizations on the CSU, Chico
campus, representing over 2,000 residents. RHA extends its efforts and influence with the aid of our
regional affiliation with PACURH (Pacific Affiliation of College and University Residence Halls) and
our national affiliation with NACURH (National Association of College and University Residence
Halls).
SAMPLE BIOGRAPHY/ STATEMENT OF INTENT
My name is Michelle Kirkpatrick and I am excited to submit my name for the position of RHA VicePresident. I am a second semester freshman from San Jose. I don’t know what my major is yet – I
am taking a variety of General Education classes to see what I enjoy.
I currently live in Sutter Hall but plan to live in University Village next year. I have been an active
member of Sutter Hall Council this year and really enjoy working with the other members to put on
events.
I think that it would be fun to be the RHA Vice President because I really enjoyed Spirit Week this
year and would like to increase the amount of social events between residents and Hall Council
members in each community. I also think that we could do a better job of recognizing each other
for the great work that is happening in University Housing and as Vice President I think that I could
help develop the recognition program.
I think that someone should vote for me because I am dedicated, a hard worker, and really excited
about this opportunity. I was a member of my high school lacrosse team and a member of the year
book staff so I have a lot of experience working in teams. I know that I can help make a difference
in this position.
A vote for Michelle is a vote for success!
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RHA APPLICATION
Position (Circle 1):
President
Vice President
National Communications Coordinator
NAME:
NICKNAME: _____________________________________________________________________
PHONE:
CURRENT COMMUNITY (Circle 1):
Shasta/Lassen University Village Sutter North Campus Whitney
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
PORTAL ID # (LIST ALL ZEROS):
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TOTAL SEMESTER UNITS COMPLETED:
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TOTAL UNITS CURRENTLY ENROLLED AT CSUC:
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FALL 2013 GPA: ___________________ CUMULATIVE GPA: __________________________________
APPLICATION DUE
NOON, APRIL 7
UNIVERSITY HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICE CENTRAL OFFICE
(BEHIND SHASTA HALL)
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RHA CANDIDATE AGREEMENT
I understand that by applying for candidacy for an RHA Executive Board position I
acknowledge that I meet and/or agree to the following criteria.
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I am a regularly enrolled, full-time CSU, Chico student who is currently a resident of
University Housing.
I have a minimum cumulative 2.3 GPA.
I am a student in good standing with the University and University Housing.
If I am elected or appointed to a position I will meet the requirements below. Failure
to meet these requirements may lead to removal from my position or withholding of
compensation.
 I will devote a minimum of 15 hours per week to RHA.
 I will hold at least 5 regularly scheduled office hours where I am available to
residents.
 I will attend all meetings as outlined in the RHA Constitution.
 I will attend RHA sponsored activities.
 I will participate in all staff training functions as scheduled by the RHA Advisor.
 I will become familiar with and abide by the RHA Constitution, and the eligibility
requirements specified by the University for All Student Recognized Organizations.
 After accepting the RHA position, my name will be removed from the RA alternate
list if I am currently on it.
 I will adhere to good employment practices including but not limited to following
UHFS/Campus policies, being on-time for all scheduled meetings and
responsibilities, and providing good customer service at all times.
By signing below I acknowledge all above requirements and I grant UHFS permission
to access my university educational records for the purpose of verifying eligibility.
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Signature
Date
For Office Use Only
Eligibility Verification:
Fall GPA ______________ Cum GPA ____________ Academic or Disciplinary Probation ____________
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