RAs are a community of student leaders dedicated to influencing the EU community and making a difference in the lives of residential students. Being an RA is both challenging and rewarding and will grant you unique opportunities to make an impact.
Why Become an RA?
In addition to dynamic training in conflict resolution, crisis management, leadership development, and peer counseling, the experience of being a leader among peers in the hall is the most rewarding aspect of the position. RAs will also receive a dedicated scholarship designed to serve as a waiver of room charges.
Eligibility to Become an RA
RAs at Eastern University are sophomores, juniors, and seniors who demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills. To receive full consideration for the position, applicants must maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA, be in good disciplinary standing, and commit to serving for the entire academic year.
Important Dates for the RA Process (2025)
RA Applications Due: January 20th
RA Recommendation Letter Due: January 24th
Group Interviews: January 27th, 29th, February 1st
Individual Interviews: February 10th - 24th
Decision Letters Sent: March 10th
Candidate Acceptance Deadline: March 17th
Placement Letters Sent: April 7th
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Why Become an ARD or ARDP?
Becoming an Assistant Resident Director (ARD) or Assistant Resident Director for Programming (ARDP) is a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth. These roles offer training in mediation, team management, and creative program development, while providing the chance to be a leader among leaders, fostering community and supporting residents. Additionally, ARDs and ARDPs receive a scholarship that waives room charges, making this a highly rewarding and beneficial experience for students.
Eligibility to Become an ARD or ARDP
Assistant Resident Directors (ARDs) and Assistant Resident Directors for Programming (ARDPs) at Eastern University are senior and graduate students who demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills. Applicants must maintain a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA, be in good disciplinary standing, and commit to serving for the entire academic year. These roles are ideal for students seeking leadership development while positively impacting the residential community.
Important Dates for the ARD Process (2025)
*Assistant Resident Director positions available for Graduate Students only.
RA Applications Due: January 20th
RA Recommendation Letter Due: January 24th
Individual Interviews: January 28th - 30th; February 4th - 6th; February 11th - 13th
Decision Letters Sent: March 10th
Candidate Acceptance Deadline: March 17th
Placement Letters Sent: April 7th