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Apply to Become an RA

Instructions

If you're interested in applying to be an RA, please complete the steps below:

  1. Optional: Attend an RA Informational Night on Tuesday, November 12 at 9:30 p.m. or Tuesday, December 3 at 4:30 p.m. in Boyer 131. There will also be an Info Night on Thursday, January 16 at 4:30 p.m (location TBD)
  2. Submit RA application and references by Sunday, January 20 at 11:59 p.m. .
    • It is important that you email the link to your references as soon as possible so that they may complete the reference form by the due date. You will receive an automated email when you submit the application. The email will have the link to the reference form.
  3. Three references are due by Monday, January 20 at 11:59 p.m.
    • Your current RA (or an RA that you know well)
    • A Messiah faculty member or employee
    • A coach, supervisor or mentor (cannot be a current RLE)
  4. Respond to the interview sign-up email solidifying your in-person interview time, if selected to move forward in the process.
  5. Attend your in-person interview at the location specified in your email.
  6. See email on Thursday, February 14 confirming your Carousel Night date and additional helpful information. *Carousel Night is a group interview for all first time RA candidates.
  7. Attend Carousel Night on Tuesday, February 25 or Wednesday, February 26 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. (Bring a device)

If you have a conflict with attending the Carousel Night evening you are assigned, please email Annastasia Bonczyk by noon on February 21.