RA

So I landed the sweet, yet difficult, job of being an RA. For anyone who doesn't know, the letters RA stand for Resident Assistant. I am in charge of a building on campus. I am a resource for my residents, an event planner, as well as a rule enforcer. This does mean that I have to deal with one thing that I'm not the best at: conflict. I usually don't like confronting people or asking for things. However, as I have begun my duties as an RA I have begun to overcome my fears of conflict. I have dealt with, the far, intimate partner violence, theft, noise violations, trash violations, and illegal drugs. I have yet to deal with alcohol--one of the biggest issues when it comes to policy violations.

Being an RA is a lot of responsibility. There are also many positive benefits. Of course there is the whole free room and board, but that isn't the biggest perk. Being an RA has allowed me to meet a lot of new people and make some pretty good friends. I am also developing some skills that will be crucial for me in the future (planning, budgeting, confronting, etc.). This year is going to be intense. I am trying to balance RA duties, school, and family. It is not an easy task. Wish me luck as I continue with school and other activities. (Prayers are greatly appreciated!) I hope that anyone who reads this has a marvelous day. If your day isn't so hot don't worry. Tomorrow will come. Just give it some time.