AIMHO Angle, February 2015

AIMHOangle FEB 2015

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Celebrating 60 Years of AIMHO ARIZONA - COLORADO - IDAHO - MONTANA - NEVADA - NEW MEXICO - SASKATCHEWAN - UTAH - WYOMING

Hosted by Colorado School of Mines from Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18! {“__ src__”:”file”,”ids”:”0B8h7gvAddo6vQjNRQnRfSGJBbVU”,”parentId”:”0B8h7gvAddo6vNkVfX0Vhc3h Katelyn Kelly Andres Gonzalez Crystae Rohman Brianna Barrios Taylor Stennerson Rudi Zurbuchen Sydney Bowen Ashlynn McCarter Courtney Savage Michael Davis Caity Lee Eileen Mahoney AIMHO Marketing Committee Ryan Czarny Scott Mathie (Chair) Snow College Christine Fleming (Co-Chair) University of Utah Victor Salazar Clayton Bracht University of Utah David Jones University ofLetteney Nevada, Reno Julliet Isaac Hunter Montana State University--Bozeman Justin Lukasewicz University Arizona CaraofOsborn The AIMHO Angle is the official publication of the Association of Intermountain Housing Officers (AIMHO).

The Angle is published regularly throughout each year and is compiled by submissions and articles by staff and students of the region. The Angle is compiled and distributed by the AIMHO Marketing Committee.

The purpose of the Angle is to provide additional yearround, out-of-conference opportunities for association members to share information and learn. All members of AIMHO are encouraged to write for and submit articles to the Angle about topics such as passion areas, research, hot topics in housing, projects happening on their campus, and best practices in the field.

If you are interested in submitting to the Angle, learn how to on the AIMHO Angle website at www.aimho.org/newsletter. You will also find previous issues of the Angle on the website for reference and download. If you have any questions, please email aimhoangle@gmail.com. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

Kelsea Shook Montana State University--Bozeman Questions or Concerns? Email aimhoangle@gmail.com

IN THIS ISSUE

A Note from the President Meet the New Executive Committee AMIHO College Review ACUHO-I ConferenceUpdate Meet the AIMHO Sage AIMHO 2014 Conference Awards Top 6 Programs President-Elect Introduction News from Around the Region Advising Tips School Spotlight RAppn 2015 Update AIMHO 365--Upcoming Webinar IACURH Update and 2014 Awards

The Association of Intermountain Housing Officers (AIMHO) held their first annual conference in 1956 at the University of Wyoming (Laramie). The Association’s purpose is to work for continual improvement and coordination of housing and food service opersations for students and staff members in institutions of higher learning. Membership within the Association is open to all housing officers of institutions of higher education. an annual conference is held at which time Association members meet to exchange and distribute professional information and ideas relating to the administration of physical, financial, social, and education phases of housing and food service programs in colleges and universities.

AIMHO is compromised of member institutions from: • Arizona • Colorado • Idaho • Montana • Nevada • New Mexico • Saskatchewan • Utah • Wyoming AIMHO is a regional affiliate of the Association of College and University Housing Officers - International (ACUHO-I).

A Note from AIMHO’s New President Hello AIMHO! At the November annual conference, we heard from Sam Davidson on the essence of entrepreneurship- that we help our students find what lights them up and support them by asking what’s next. Davidson said that entrepreneurship is cooler, cheaper, and more connected than ever. You can stay up with what else Sam has to say on his blog at http://samdavidson.net/blog/ or his twitter feed @samdavidson.

While the annual conference has ended, there is still a lot of work being done to serve you. AIMHO 365 has their monthly webinar series, the Marketing committee helps to keep the Facebook page (AIMHO) and Twitter feed (@AIMHO) full of information for you, along with this fabulous AIMHO Angle, and Barb Remsburg is the Director for the website committee continues to advance the AIMHO.org site.

Housing & Residential Education at the University of Utah

One of the new initiatives for the year is to implement a site called Your Membership. This program is used by several of the other regional associations as well. It is a site that can integrate a membership database, a registration platform for conference registrations as well as payments, and our website. We will ensure to update you on the progress of this implementation and where you will see the changes.

As we look forward to the year ahead, a year that celebrates the 60th anniversary of AIMHO, I am confident that the work of the committed members of the region will broaden the reach and highlight the benefits of AIMHO. When the story of these times gets written, we want it to say that we did all we could, and it was more than anyone could have imagined. --Bono

Barb Remsburg AIMHO President, 2014-2015

HAPPY 60 BIRTHDAY AIMHO TH

Join us in celebrating the rich history of the AIMHO region! Share your memories and other experiences participating in the region with #AIMHO on social media, or by submitting to aimhoangle@gmail.com. Throughout the year, these will be shared in the issues of the 2015 AIMHO Angle.

Meet the AIMHO 2015 Executive Committee!

PRESIDENT

@AIMHOPres

Barb Remsburg

Director of Housing & Residential Education University of Utah “Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will. To strive, to seek, to find and not to yield.” -Lord Alfred Tennyson

President-Elect

SAGE Sue Belatti

@SueBelatti

Jeff Rosenberry

@Jeff_Rosenberry

Assistant Director of Residential Learning Communities Northern Arizona University

Interim Associate Dean of Students Montana State University - Billings

“I don’t live to work--I work to live”

“Step up, work hard, make a difference.”

Past-President

Senior Member at Large

Shirl Portillos

Katie Schmalzel

Assistant Director of Community Development Colorado State University

Assistant Director of Housing Operations Colorado School of Mines

“The only things that you can change are your perception and your behavior.”

“Life isn’t about finding yourself; it’s about creating yourself

Treasurer

Entry Level Member at Large

@KatieSchmalzel

Brent Klingemann

Nicole Stella

Area Coordinator, Housing & Dining Services University of Colorado - Boulder

Residence Hall Director University of Colorado - Boulder

“It’s hard to fail, but it is worse to have never tried to succeed.” -TDR

“I don’t live to work--I work to live”

SECRETARY Maggie Roque

@MHRoque

Residential Education Coordinator University of Utah

“We see beauty within, and cannot say no.”

- Dave Eggers

Have Questions?

Reach out to the Executive Committee at aimhoregion@gmail.com

2014 REVIEW

Submitted by Sarah Gutierrez, the University of Utah AIMHO 2014 has come to a close, but the relationships formed this year are still fresh in my mind. As an AIMHO College committee member this year, I had the opportunity to help craft an engaging professional development opportunity for almost 30 participants this year. This year’s annual AIMHO Conference took on a significant meaning for me, as it was the last of the conferences I will be attending as a graduate student. This year at AIMHO College, Sam Davidson spoke to the group prior to his large keynote address. Sam told us about the “Leadership Does” model, which involves three key pieces: passion, conviction, and determination.

Your passion can be interpreted as a compass, not a map. Sam told us, “passions are like best friends – they will change throughout your life.” As professionals, it is a great idea to take a passion inventory for everyone within your organization to be able to see how others on your team navigate their lives. Conviction (also known as values) can sometimes bring up controversy. With our convictions, being able to understand someone’s convictions can help you understand their motivations. When passion and conviction are combined, it begins to take us somewhere. Determination is the drive that helps move the other two facets ahead. In speaking about determination, everyone at AIMHO College was able to share one goal that they had this year.

Sam showed us the following diagram:

In his explanation, Sam outlined that where passion and conviction meet, there is a great volunteer opportunity. Where conviction and determination meet is where a community impact has room to occur. Where determination and passion meet is what a fun weekend looks like. It is the elusive section in the middle, where conviction, passion and determination meet, that we are all searching for.

So what is it that leadership does? I wondered throughout the speech. Leadership, according to Sam, does a lot of things. Leadership dreams about “One day” while starting with Day one and day one doesn’t have to be a big day. Leadership inconveniences, after all, if it were easy, this place would be crowded. Leadership happens fast. Leadership picks itself. As a leader in student affairs, I have an opportunity to get to know what leadership means to me personally, while considering how my leadership impacts the community I serve. During his keynote address, Sam said something that has resonated within me, “You don’t get to finish if you don’t ever start.” What leadership goals do you aim to complete this year, AIMHO?

Connect with AIMHO College on Twitter! @AIMHOCollege

#AIMHO

ACUHOI CONFERENCE UPDATE ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND UNIVERSIT Y HOUSING OFFICERS

Greetings AIMHO! ASSOCIATION OF INTERMOUNTAIN HOUSING OFFICERS First, I would like to say it has been a pleasure to serve as the AIMHO Representative to the ACUHO-I Foundation for the past 2 years. I would also like to thank all of you who have supported the ACUHO-I Foundation through pledges, one-time donations and raffle ticket purchases.

This year, I had to leave early from AIMHO, but we were still able to raise $675 in the one day I was able to fundraise during the conference. I am also pleased that I was able to educate our members, particular our newer professionals, about the ACUHO-I Foundation.

I want to send a special shout out to Paula Bland from CU-Boulder, who will be the new AIMHO Representative to the ACUHO-I Foundation. I know that she will represent AIMHO very well on the Foundation Board!

Again, thank you for your support these past two years, and I will see you all next year in TUCSON!

Andrew Campbell, Assistant Director, The University of Arizona AIMHO 2014 POSTER WINNER

Congratulations Chris Miller and Julie Olaf from the Univeristy of Utah for winning the 2014 AIMHO poster contest!

Meet the AIMHO Sage If one looks up the definition of the word “sage” and moves beyond the first description of an “aromatic plant,” they will find one that describes a “wise person \with sound judgment and good advice.” It is the later definition that guided the AIMHO leadership prior to the 1999 annual conference in the creation of the role of Sage within the Association.

The Sage, selected by the AIMHO President, represents a colleague who has been a long-time supporter of AIMHO and the housing profession. The Sage serves at the discretion of the President and is an ex officio (non-voting) member of the executive committee. The role was created to offer support to the president during their presidency on policy, practices, and decisions impacting the Association. Although the role’s initial motivation was in offering recognition to those colleagues who had made significant contributions to the Association over the years and were nearing the end of their work within the profession, the role has shifted slightly to include individuals who are still actively serving the Association and profession.

The first AIMHO Sage chosen was in 1999 and that honor was given to Lamon Oviatt, the Associate Director of Housing Services at Brigham Young University. Sue Belatti is the Co-Director of Lamon was a long time member of the association having served as the president Learning Communities Program at Northern Arizona Univeristy of AIMHO from 1988-1989, and participated on many committees including hosting the conference at BYU on a number of occasions. Over the years, 14 individuals have been selected to serve past AIMHO Presidents in the role of Sage. All of these colleagues have been role models and mentors to a number of individuals in the profession and their contributions are many within the Association.

At the 2014 Annual Conference in Logan, Utah, I was given one of the greatest honors of my professional career by being named as the Association’s Sage by our current President, Barb Remsburg, from the University of Utah. I think I can speak on behalf of those who have served as Sage’s in the past to say that such a request is indeed humbling. My work within the Student Affairs profession began 31 years ago as an Admissions Counselor at Marymount College in Salina, Kansas. While there, I moved into the role of Director of Admissions, and was later promoted to serve as the Director of Housing and Students Activities. In 1988, I came to Northern Arizona University to pursue my Masters of Arts in Education (College Student Personnel Administration) and served in a variety of roles from Graduate Hall Director, to Conference Coordinator, to the Coordinator of Residential Academic Success Programs, to my current role as the Assistant Director of Learning Communities - all within the same department of Housing and Residence Life here at NAU. One might say that housing has always been my professional home.

During my time at NAU, I have been fortunate to be an active member within the Association serving as the AIMHO President, Member-At-Large (Senior Level), on two Host Committees, Program Committee Chair, and member of the Program Committee on two different occasions. I have often said to my friends and colleagues that AIMHO has fulfilled me as a professional in ways that are profound. And I cherish my acquaintances and friendships within the region. It is with great honor and enthusiasm that I serve our President and the Association as your Sage for the upcoming year.

AIMHO 201

AWARDS & RECOGNITION COMMITTEE

OUTSTANDING UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT AWARD

Nathan Tack--University of Arizona “The net effect of Nate’s work is that our students have a greater voice in political and decision making processes at the University of Arizona.”

OUTSTANDING GRADUATE STUDENT AWARD

Sarah Gutierrez--University of Utah “Sarah’s involvement both on campus and within the region is truly commendable. From all that she does with LLCs, advising, supervising, other campus involvement, AIMHO College, and more, Sarah has left impacts everywhere that she goes. She IS the definition of an outstanding graduate student.”

OUTSTANDING NEW PROFESSIONAL AWARD

Corey Friend--University of Northern Colorado “There’s no friend like Corey Friend! Committed to students, services and teamsCorey is an asset to UNC and to the profession as a whole.”

OUTSTANDING MID-LEVEL PROFESSIONAL AWARD

Duane Padilla--University of Utah “I couldn’t ask for a better supervisor because Duane is all about the personal development and growth of his staff members. He is always very encouraging.”

Thank You for All

14 AWARDS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD

Josh Hill--University of Arizona DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Ellen Becker--Colorado State University Jason Moran--University of Montana John DeYoung--University of Montana Kathy Butler--Colorado College Sylvia Sanchez--University of Wyoming UNDERGRADUATE SOCIAL JUSTICE ACTION AWARD

Nick O’Neal--University of Montana GRADUATE SOCIAL JUSTICE ACTION AWARD

Kegan Walker--University of Utah PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL JUSTICE ACTION AWARD

Ashley Grice--Colorado State University

Your Great Work!

TOP 6 PROGRAMS

The 2014 AIMHO Conference was filled with outstanding programs tailored towards assisting the members of the region. Each year, the “Top 6” are awarded based on the evaluations completed by session attendees.

Overall Top Program (will represent AIMHO at the ACUHO-I Conference) “Professional Development: An Unexpected Journey”

with John Wachal & Jasimine Evans

NEW PROFESSIONAL TRACK: “Juggling, Cacti, Snowballs, & Sunshine While Texting: Living the Life You Want to Have!”

with Jenn Hiatt

MID-LEVEL TRACK “The Challenge Within You: Supervision of Entry Staff”

with Jeff Rosenberry

Other Top Programs “Because our Brans are Different, That’s Why!” with Greg Ziebell

“Building Recruitment & Retention Specialists Among Student Staff” Enhancing Student Staff Selection: Is it Just a Numbers Game?

with Jeff Rosenberry

with Alissa Zimmerman & Josh Hill

Take away something awesome from one of these or another session at the Conference? Keep the discussion going by sharing your thoughts on Social Media with #AIMHO.

A note from the President Elect

Jeff Rosenberry Montana State University--Billings On a short plane ride, I recently had the opportunity to read a new book called Lead Simply, by Sam Parker. The book itself is about the size of a passport and only 61 pages, but the content has inspired me in ways I never thought imaginable and it got me thinking about how I could use the information in my role as President Elect. In times of budget reductions and declining enrollment and retention of students, it begs the question, how are we creating that special team of people? The Gallup Organization has conducted surveys and polls to help us understand how into our work we are and they are have determined the following:

- 29% of us are engaged with our work (we care)

- 54% of us are not engaged with our work (we don’t really care)

- 17% of us are actively disengaged with our work (we don’t care and we like getting in the way of positivity)

#realanswers….Could the same be said about our own campuses or departments? Do we not currently have the mass who are engaged, but the majority who are disengaged from our success? Isn’t frightening to think about the lost or unrealized potential in our departments and amongst our students?

So as leaders (with title or not), how can we help the people around us (and ourselves) remember that we are here to make good things happen for others and be more likely to stay engaged in the best work of life? First we need to accept the fact, as challenging and frustrating as it might be, that the need for solid and ongoing enforcement never ends.

Leadership is a joint effort and we need to support each other more often and remember our obligation to the big picture.

If we don’t try to create a high-trust, highly accountable environment as leaders – if we give up going for the creation of our special team of people who do “amazing amounts of important work” – then we, as leaders, are simply going through the motions. In his book Parker eludes to three simple actions that we can take to improve our leadership and in turn increase the number of engaged people in our chapters: CONNECT, MODEL, & INVOLVE.

MODEL the behavior you want to see.

CONNECT with the people you lead.

INVOLVE them as much as possible.

Parker’s actions are simple in nature, but the practice and implementation may be more challenging than one would hope.

That is why over the next three AIMHO Angle newsletters I take a specific area of Parker’s theory and highlight it in an effort to make the dream a reality. I will also look for your feedback on how you are successfully using this model in supporting the retention of our students and staff. The theme of MODEL, CONNECT and INVOLVE will provide us with more opportunities for peer-to-peer accountability within our institutions and lead to more engaged students. President John F. Kennedy was once quoted as saying “There are risks and costs to a program of action. But they are far less than the long-range risks and costs of comfortable inaction.” Within our departments we have the ability in one day to have a great impact in the lives of our members then others have in a life time. So, will you join me in engaging your students? Will you work to learn and implement ways we can MODEL, CONNECT and INVOLVE in new and exciting ways? I am waiting for you to step up, work hard, and make a difference. I am waiting for you seize an opportunity for success. And when you do, I will be right there to support you.

Have a great start to your new year and stay tuned in future newsletters as we go into more detail about how we can

MODEL, CONNECT, & INVOLVE.

d n u o r A m News fro ARIZONA

Spring 2015: AZ Drive-In Workshop February 10, 2015

For the third year in a row, schools throughout Arizona will come together for the AZ Drive-In Workshop hosted by our colleagues at the University of Arizona. The workshop is an opportunity for housing staff (residence education, operations, assignments, and facilities) to come together to network, exchange best practices, and discuss issues impacting the colleges and universities throughout the state of Arizona. Three program tracks in the areas of General Housing, Operations/Assignments, and Facilities will be offered again at this year’s workshop. In addition to the program tracks, participants from across the state will be given the opportunity to share their current successes and struggles along with some good old fashioned social time to reconnect with old friends.

The planning committee for this year’s workshop is made up of representatives from Grand Canyon University, the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, Central Arizona College, Dine College, Yavapai College, Embry Riddle, and Northern Arizona University. Having representatives from 8 different schools throughout the state will make for a truly collaborative workshop.

Registration is open until February 4th at 5pm and can be completed by going to https://docs.google.com/a/nau.edu/forms/d/1zePwUkUOTBiPyMtUQoxTIbcVGHnaHFuNl78iqvYqXws/viewform.

The only cost to attend is parking at the UofA ($8-10 per vehicle depending on where you park) and meals are on your own.

Hope to see many of our AZ colleagues there!

Mike Billar NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY State Provincial Representative for Arizona 928.523.2541

Get connected in you Arizona Mike Billar mike.billar@nau.edu 928.523.2541

Colorad Jenna P jpaulse 303.96

Montana Sara Agostinelli sara.agostinelli@mso.umt.edu 406.243.2611

Nevad Kristi Bu kburch 775.78

: n o i g e R d the MONTANA

MOVES AROUND THE STATE

Ryan Drake, Coordinator of Student Leadership--Montana State University (May 2014) Isaac Hunter, South Hedges Resident Director--Montana State University (July 2014) Isabelle Jeffries, Miller/Pantzer/Aber Area Coordinator--University of Montana (July 2014) Kori Lennon, Hapner Hall Resident Director--Montana State University (July 2014) Aaron Like, Rimrock Hall Director--Montana State University- Billings (July 2014) Ryan McConnell, Assistant Director of Community Living--Trinity Hall at Carroll College (July 2014) Catie Peissig, Jesse/Turner/Knowles Area Coordinator--University of Montana (July 2014) Kelsea Shook, North Hedges Resident Director--Montana State University (January 2015) Brenda White, Craig/Elrod/Duniway Area Coordinator--University of Montana (July 2014) MONTANA WELCOMES YOU TO BIG SKY COUNTRY

Montana is also gearing up for the RA Drive-In Conference February 6-7. RAs from across the state will meet, network, collaborate, and celebrate all that Residence Life brings to the students across the state!

Sara Agostinelli University of Montana State Provincial Representative for Montana 406.243.2611

ur state! Contact your State & Provincial Representative.

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da urch h@unr.edu 84.6111

Colorado (2) Kevin Caputo kcaputo@mines.edu 303.273.3922 New Mexico Marlene Smith msmith29@unm.edu 505.277.6669

Idaho Evan Oglevie evanoglevie@boisestate.edu 208.447.1028 Wyoming Rian Rabideau rrabidea@uwyo.edu 307.766.3504

Utah Todd Justesen tjustesen@housing.utah.edu 801.587.0881

First Year Advising Tips Fro Submitted by Allie Shilling Coordinator for Residential Life Leadership and Activities at University of Nevada, Reno Think back to when you were in college. Assuming you are a student affairs professional, your mind most likely drifts back to the countless hours spent with student organizations or to your time spent in Residential Life, planning programs, having conversations with residents, and making floor decorations you thought would make your students feel more at home. I reflect back on my time in Student Government, working with fellow committee members on the Student Life and Diversity Commission, and partnering with the community through a pre-college access program. Every student has a different experience in college. Likewise, every student affairs professional has had a different experience that contributes to who they are as a professional. Although no two experiences are identical, facets of experiences are similar. One facet that is likely similar for every student affairs professional is the influence of an advisor.

I remember all of my advisors vividly. Some I still talk to today, while others I never felt very comfortable with. Nonetheless, each advisor of mine taught me things I use on a daily basis, as I now serve as an advisor to student leaders. I am a first year professional and advise the Residence Hall Association. Although I was never involved with RHA at my undergraduate institution, I see myself in many of the students I work with. Being a first year advisor, I feel as if I am on a never-ending hamster wheel of lessons and learning opportunities. I have grown immensely from when I first started advising in graduate school, but I understand to be a great advisor, the learning is continuous year after year.

I often wish that I had kept a journal of my experiences as a student leader so that I could look back and remember specific situations that relate to my students today. Situations in which I wanted my advisor’s help, wanted my advisor to give me more freedom, or times I felt very supported by my advisor. I am constantly searching for advice and realize my past self is not the most reliable place to look for that advice. As a student affairs professional, I am surrounded by people who have great insight. The two groups of people who stick out to me to be most relevant are seasoned advisors and student leaders. So I thought, why not ask those two groups what advice they would give someone in my position?

Below is a compilation of advice and tips from seasoned student organization advisors and from student leaders. I asked both groups of people the question, “If you could tell a first year advisor one piece of advice that would help them succeed with advising a student organization, what would you tell them?�. The answers given were very genuine and well thought out. For all of the first year (or experienced) advisors out there, I hope you find this list as useful as did.

om Those Who Know Best Advice from Seasoned Advisors: • Let students run with ideas and make mistakes. They will learn from the situation and be able to take away many lessons. Of course, know when to step in and use your authority to stop a situation from happening. This usually involves student safety and large sums of money.

• Be mindful that university and department cultures change with each institution. There will be a learning curve when starting new positions. Embrace it and take in as much as you can from other professionals in your department/division.

• Patience is key.

• Find balance between advocacy and administration. Many first year advisors will get too entwined with assisting a student group that the project no longer exists to the student group and becomes a personal endeavor of the advisors. Always provide support, but students gain a lot from having to figure things out on their own.

• Listen and learn from the students you work with and the environment you’re in.

• Create a clear philosophical approach on advising. It’s important to communicate your objectives to your students so that they know what the intended outcomes of the student leader positions are.

• Know and understand your role as an advisor isn’t only to provide advice. You are a student leader recruiter, teacher, challenge and supporter, and someone who provides a system of checks and balances.

• Have fun! Don’t be afraid to show that you genuinely enjoy coming to work.... most days.

Advice from student leaders: • I believe the best thing an advisor can do is to listen first. Listening first allows the student to explain relevant, and sometimes irrelevant, information and allows the advisor to understand the exact problem or situation.

• Not only help us make clear goals for our position, but help us establish personal learning objectives for things we can get out of the position and use in the future.

• Try to find a balance between being approachable and being strict. We need an advisor who we are comfortable with, but at the same time, someone who will keep us on track.

• Take the time to find out what kind of advisor your student needs. Do not simply assume that every student learns and operates the same way.

• Be clear in your expectations and communicate deadlines.

• No two groups are the same, so take different advising approaches with every group. It’s ok to ask us what we need to feel supported.

• Always try to be empathetic towards student leaders. As students, we are having just as hard of a time trying to succeed. Please be patient while we figure it out.

• In order for us to grow as student leaders, we need honest and constructive feedback. If we know what we need to work on and what we are good at, we can better contribute to the campus community.

• Be present. Not only physically present at programs or events, but mentally present as well, especially in one-on-one meetings.

Come Discover beautiful Golden, Colorado!

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Hosted by Colorado School of Mines from Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18!

Join us for a Webinar!

University of Northern Colorado’s Director of Housing Services, Brad Shade, and Assistant Director of Housing Services, Jed Cummins, will lead this webinar focused on the following: - best practices when working with internal or external contractors - building competence and confidence in speaking the language or asking questions while working with facilities personnel - and much more!

We hope you’ll spend the hour with us.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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INTERMOUNTAIN AFFILIATE OF COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE HALLS

UPDATES & AWARDS IACURH is doing well as a Region and just hosted its Regional Conference in November.

The IACURH Executives have been working on a lot of new initiatives to change how to benefit and support the member institutions they serve; including Peak Programming for Boardroom Delegates to get those in Boardroom specific learning opportunities and implemented split boardroom for NRHH. The IACURH Executives have also been working on their new newsletter Ascend, meeting with all of the student leaders from the different campuses, and overall, have been accomplishing everything they have been setting out to do. The IACURH Executives have also been working on prepping for SEMIs and the upcoming No Frills conference in February.

TH R EE YEARS OF SERVICE

Katelyn Kelly Andres Gonzalez Crystae Rohman Brianna Barrios Taylor Stennerson Rudi Zurbuchen Sydney Bowen Ashlynn McCarter Courtney Savage Michael Davis Caity Lee Eileen Mahoney Ryan Czarny Victor Salazar Julliet Letteney Cara Osborn

Sierra Hastings Jeff Johnston Bethany Anderson Jamie Aguirre Kelly Rezny Lorene Fisher Ryan Cafiero Alyssa Nupuri Andrew Cannella Jen O’Brien Stacy Maxwell Ann Wardlaw Aaron Ringsby William Cox Sadie Downs

IACU R H 2014 AWARDS

Ryan Cafiero - University of Arizona - Executive Board Member of the Year Auraria Campus - RHA Building Block Award Rudi Zurbuchen - University of Utah - Student of the Year Lolo Fisher - University of Arizona - RA of the Year Matt Anderson - Utah State University - Advisor of the Year Kat Roemer - Brigham Young University - Distinguished Service Award Tyler McDowell-Blanken - University of Arizona - Student Staff Member of the Year Nathan Tack - University of Arizona - IACURH Service Award Matt Kelley - Boise State University - NRHH President of the Year Ashlynn McCarter - NCC of the Year - University of Utah Outstanding NRHH Chapter - Upsilon Nu Chi - University of Northern Colorado Program of the Year - Fauxchella - Arizona State University - Tempe

School of the Year - University of Colorado Boulder

TOP TEN PROGR AMS Gender Bending to the MAX! Jessica L’Whor Colorado State University Wiz-Boink! Zack Sullivan Colorado State University Breaking Through Utah State UniversityBreanna Tate Social Class in Society Zachary Berenson University of Arizona Mouse Trap Trust Austin Good Colorado State University Personal Mission Statements Stephanie Valentino and Alyssa Napuri Arizona State University – West First Year RHA ExperienceI zial Toles and Mathew Scheafer Westminster College Win IACURH Spirit Eileen Majoney and Rudi Zurbuchen University of Utah Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil Spencer Brown and Stephanie Kaufmann Arizona State University – Tempe Cacophony Sierra Hastings Colorado State University

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