AIMHO angle august 2016

AIMHO angle August2016

Laurel Village Pavilion Alpine, Durward and Westfall Halls Colorado State University photo courtesy of Astula/Raul Garcia

The AIMHO angle is the official publication of the Association of Intermountain Housing Officers (AIMHO).

The angle is published on a quarterly basis throughout each year and includes 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, year-round, out-of-conference opportunities for associate 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 AIMHO Angle website at www.aimho.org/newsletter. You will also find previous issue of the Angle on the website for your reference and to download. If you have any questions, please email aimhoangle@gmail.com.

We look forward to receiving your submissions!

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COMMITTEE

Christine Fleming (Chair) - University of Utah Jordan Garceau (Co-Chair) - Montana State University Kristopher Little - University of Arizona Steve Schwartzman - Utah State University Brian Curran - Montana State University - Bozeman Catherine LaRoche - Arizona State University Christopher Anjanos - University of Arizona Cody Garrison - University of Utah Matt Young - Trinidad State Junior College

CONTENTS AIMHO angle

About AIMHO A Note From the President AIMHO Social A word from the President-Elect AIMHO Awards and Recognition AIMHO Moments SHO Institute AIMHO Life 5 Tips for a Successful Start to the New School Year.

AIMHO Connections AIMHO Coming Soon

about

AIMHO

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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 operations 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 (November) at which time Association members meet to exchange and distribute professional information and ideas relating to the administration of physical, financial, social, and educational phases of housing and food service programs in colleges and universities.

Association of Intermountain Housing Officers (AIMHO) represents member institutions in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming and Sakastchewan, Canada.

AIMHO Mission We provide members opportunities to learn, collaborate and network for the advancement of best practices in the stewardship of college and University residential communities.

AIMHO Core Values Student Centered: Students are at the center of our professional practice.

a note from the

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Jeff W. Rosenberry, AIMHO President

Hello Colleagues & Friends, I hope this finds you well as the summer quickly comes to an end for many. Soon our professional staff will return for training, the halls will get prepped for opening, and our students will arrive for an amazing experience across the AIMHO region.

I recently returned from the 2016 ACUHOI Conference in Seattle, WA and I am energized, overwhelmed, and excited for the future of our field and how we will be able to come together to support the needs of our students. And while attending the conference, it dawned on me that our own annual conference will soon be upon us. Our region will come together from November 6-8, 2016 in Westminster, CO for a chance to reflect, network, and continue to be lifelong learners by attending programs, all coordinated by the AIMHO Leadership Team and the University of Colorado - Boulder. The theme of this year’s conference is Shifting Perspectives and it seems that our perspectives are already shifting.

Over the past few months we have seen major changes in the Fair Labor Standards Act, that has turned our attention on how we can create an even better experience for our professional staff. Long are the days of promoting 60-hour work weeks and now our focus can be on helping professionals better enhance their work/life balance by taking a hard look at the jobs they are doing and the number of hours they are putting into their roles.

With domestic and international terror and violence taking us by surprise to often, our perspectives are shifting on how we can be the best role models and support for our students and each other. Only weeks ago I sent a message of support to the AIMHO region after 49 people lost their lives to a senseless act of hate.

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Jeff W. Rosenberry, AIMHO President

Unfortunately, this moment is being recreated across our country and globally all to often making it more important than ever to shift our perspectives and work to create a place of peace, openness and support for the world we inhabit.

But, it’s no easy task to take all of this in and attempt to find the right thing to say, do or try to get us back on a path of love. And as acts of violence continued to fill our news feeds it almost seems repetitive to send out messages of support to the region. But that is what we need. We need to be told that our emotions are validated, that we are not alone in how we feel, and that we are here for one another. The fear that we feel and the sadness in our hearts is not isolated to just us, as we all stand together in solidarity and support, knowing that each of us are impacted in different ways by what’s happening in the world around us.

As campus housing professionals we must also remember that all this violence is consuming our student’s summer and this is what they have known during a time that is meant to reenergize them and create excitement for the upcoming year. The added pressure of trying to come up with a roundtable, program, or campus campaign is made stronger by the fact that these types of situations do not seem to be letting up. The bad people are not taking a day off and that means that the good people have to work that much harder.

But you are not alone. From the departments and campuses you serve to the international housing community, we stand together to support one another and our students. As noted in a recent statement from ACUHOI: “ACUHO-I and its members are committed to the ideals and the practice of diversity, inclusion, and equity. We believe that our diversity enriches the educational experience, and as an organization we honor, respect, and celebrate differences among individuals. We will do this because, at its core, campus housing exists to provide a safe living and learning environment for all students. Now, more than ever, we must work to ensure that this is the case.”

While we are on in this journey of shifting perspectives let us not forget to take care of ourselves. To show emotion when it hits us and to engage in tough conversations about how these events impact our every moment. I know that our region is separated by a large geography, but our hearts and minds are connected more than you know. As you continue to share your thoughts and feelings I invite you to share them

with the region by posting on the AIMHO Facebook page and utilizing Twitter @aimho to express what is on your mind. We are one region, with varied experiences and emotions, but we come together to support each other and our students by expressing the thoughts rattling in our minds. As a region we are #AIMHOStrong. For those at a loss for words or simply want a chance to come together to hear what others have to say I invite you to join me for an open call on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 12:00pm (Mountain Time). There is no agenda, only a safe space for you to be heard and to hear from others about the impact of these events. You can join the #AIMHOStrong open call by utilizing the login information below: •Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/714983101 •You can also dial in using your phone.

United States +1 (872) 240-3412 - Access Code: 714983-101 You are thought of, loved and part of an amazing region.

I invite you to stand #AIMHOStrong and come together across states and on your own campuses to continue the conversation. I invite you to shift your perspectives and be catalysts for change. And most importantly I invite you to contact me if you just need to be heard. I wish you all the best as you continue towards opening and I look forward to those able to join me for the regional open call as we open our hearts.

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SOCIAL

AIMHO angle Over the past few months, AIMHO had a regional takeover where members from around the region tweeted to show how their insitutions are prepping for fall move-in. If you haven’t already, check out the hashtag #AIMHOFallPrep

Happy August, AIMHO! Hopefully summer is wrapping up well for you and you’re gearing up for training!

In July we focused on meditation and reflection. If you haven’t gotten an opportunity, you can submit your July accomplishments here.

In August we’ll focus on adding one food that is nutrient dense.

August is hectic. With your staff returning, jumping into staff training, and then preparing your buildings/areas to welcome 100s or 1000s of students, sometimes finding time for sufficient self-care can be challenging. I encourage, as I am sure your supervisors and colleagues do, making time to continue meditating/reflecting, elevating your heart rate, and getting sufficient sleep.

Additionally, what you eat can help provide you the energy you need to be at your best.

Here’s a quick reminder on the difference between nutrient dense vs. calorie dense foods.

In my internet searching, it is clear that not everyone agrees on the most nutrient dense foods. So part of it is deciding what works best for you. Buuuuuuuut most include kale. · Here is one article that talks about 20 nutrient dense foods, which are all plants. · This list contains 11 foods, including some meat options.

So grab some easy to go nutrient dense foods for training and opening!

Then submit your August accomplishments here!

word from the

PRESIDENT-ELECT

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Richard Clark, President Elect

AIMHO has been guided by a strategic plan for many years. The last strategic plan began with a

series of meetings at the June 2012 Summer Business Meeting in Billings, Montana and later shared broadly with the AIMHO Region for review, discussion and adoption. Since 2012, our strategic plan has played an important role in our association by providing direction and guidance to the Executive Board, committees and direction as a whole. While our current strategic plan has served us well, it is time to develop a new plan that will guide and inform us for the future.

At the June 2016 AIMHO Summer Business meeting, I proposed using a process called Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as a framework to develop the AIMHO strategic plan. As part of this process, an ad hoc Strategic Plan Team, known as the AI Core Group, was established and will be made up of the President, President-Elect and members from throughout our region. The final committee will consist of 10 members representing not only housing professionals, but also a member of our Corporate Partner Advisor Committee. With our Corporate Partners being such a big part of who we are as an association, it was important that a member of our CP community have a place in our planning process.

Since the strategic planning process falls under the President’s area of responsibility, I wanted to use an approach that I was familiar with, is transparent, inclusive of members at all levels and provides new opportunities for members to learn something new. AI is used extensively at UNLV to develop departmental strategic plans and I’ve been part of the AI process since it’s inception 8 years ago. Karen Strong, Associate Vice President for Campus Life, was instrumental in starting AI at UNLV. Karen has graciously volunteered to assist and train the AI Core Group as we embark on this process. Our planning process will be an intensive endeavor with monthly meetings (as needed), a two-day training session for AI Core Group members in Las Vegas in September, meetings and interviews at the Annual Conference in Colorado and further discussion and refinement at the June 2017 Summer Business Meeting.

So why AI? Unlike traditional SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Analysis, AI assumes that every organization has something that works and change can be managed through the identification of what works, and the analysis of how to do more of what works. In short, focus on what we do well and continue to do more of it while minimizing what we don’t. It has a strong Strengths Quest bend to it and helps us tell our story.

The table below illustrates key differences between the traditional strategic planning approach and Appreciative Inquiry.

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Problem Solving (Traditional Model)

Appreciative Inquiry Focus

Identification of Problem

Appreciating and valuing the best of “What is” (what gives organization life?)

Envisioning “What Might Be” Dialoguing “What Should Be” Innovating “What Will Be” Basic Assumption: Organizations are a solution/mystery to be embraced

Conduct cause analysis Analysis of possible solutions Develop action plans (treatments) Basic Assumption: Organizations are problems to be solved

AI as a process will look like this for AIMHO. It will be a yearlong process. It will seek full group participation of AIMHO members. It will ask for recommendations from the core group to guide the process once training is completed in September. Finally, the core group has representation from most of the AIMHO membership states.

Currently, the Core group has committee members from Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Nevada, and Idaho. The diagram below provides a visual representation of how the AI Process may look for AIMHO. The AI Core Group will define the change agenda as we move forward – Who are we at our best? They will define the process and framework for each step of the process. Committee members will create all interview questions. And finally, the core group will read, analyze and derive meaning from all interviews and processes.

The AI process is typically described the “4-D” Cycle. It begins with the Discovery phase. This phase begins with mini-interviews will all (or as many as possible) members of the association. Key themes and changed agenda items are identified by the AI Core Group. Phase two looks to visioning the association’s future by Dreaming of what will be. The Design phase is the establishment of association goals. The final phase is Destiny. During this time, the strategic plan is created. Annually, an Appreciative Inquiry Summit will be convened in order for the association to reflect on and continue to modify the strategic planning document.

AI is consistent with AIMHO’s strong history and commitment to transparency and involvement to its membership.

As we continue to move forward, I will provide updates in the AIMHO Angle and conduct a program presentation at the annual conference in November for those wanting to learn more about the process used and progress of the AI Core Group.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION AIMHO

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Dates: October 14-16, 2016 General Information: The conference will be held on Montana State University Billings’ campus with accommodations at Billings Crowne Plaza. Billings, Montana, founded in 1877, is located in South Central Montana.

With a population of over 100,000 people, Billings is the largest city in Montana and also acts as the cultural center for the state. MSU Billings has been planning RAppin’ 2016 for the past couple of years and we are so excited that we are only 6 months away from the conference! We want this conference to be an experience unlike any other and we have worked hard in planning to offer great entertainment, keynotes, and program options for all the amazing and wonderful RAs in the AIMHO region. Please come out and support the AIMHO Region by attending RAppin’ 2016 through October 14-16, 2016.

Important Information: - Registration opens August 1, 2016: http://msubillings.edu/rappin/registration.htm - Take a look at our website for all the RAppin’ 2016 Information you need!

-http://msubillings.edu/rappin/ - Guidebook is up and running: Search “RAppin’ Conference 2016” Get in Touch with Us! - RAppin Website: http://msubillings.edu/rappin/ - Send Us an Email: rappin2016@gmail.com - Twitter: @RAppin_2016

See you in Billings, Montana!

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MOMENTS

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Arizona State University would like to welcome its newest staff to the region! Please join us in welcome the following individulas to their new positions.

Arati Aradhyamath, Systems Analyst Lorena Cabrera, Community Director Nelly Chavez, Assistant Director of Residential Life Felix Delgado IV, Assistant Community Director Camille Dhennin, Community Director Kyle Evans, Community Director Meghan Gallagher, Community Director Jaylyn Greer-Jones, Community Director Lani Harrison, Administrative Assistant Jacquelyn Heidegger, Community Director Tyler Noragon, Community Director Anthony Pegg, Community Director Kelly Schiess, Community Director Glenn Spurlin III, Assistant Director of Residential Life and New Student & Family Programs Roxie Tucker, Assistant Director of Residential Life

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SHO

Senior Housing Officer

Many of us have already begun our run-up to another opening as we frantically scramble to complete our routine August rituals. With these preparations well under way, it is the perfect opportunity to ply your skills and display your personal and professional growth. Speaking of professional development, don’t forget to sign up for the Senior Housing Office Institute (SHO Institute) rapidly approaching this Fall. This outstanding pre-conference opportunity is for individuals who are aspiring to a Senior Housing Officer position and those currently serving in this capacity. This year the SHO faculty will be offering training and insights on Legal Issues pertaining to Policy & Procedures, Facilities, Public Relations, Comprehensive Program Reviews and a wide variety of additional current topical issues.

Whatever path the future will take you upon, the information and training that you will receive during the SHO Institute will be useful upon your journey. Learn and network with seasoned professionals from around the AIMHO region and beyond. Don’t underestimate the opportunity to get to know and speak with individuals with experience in the profession. As my grandfather used to say, “It’s not what you know, but whether the chicken is fresh at Golden Coral”. Sorry, it’s my grandpa…he gets confused during long trains of thought. Come join us for the SHO Institute. We look forward to seeing you in Colorado!

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LIFE

Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing, Arizona College

Enhancements to On-Campus Living Offered for Students at Central Arizona College This Fall The Central Arizona College Department of Residence Life recognizes that campus living provides one of the many learning opportunities available for students at CAC. Living on campus is an important element to a student’s college experience, allowing them access to a diverse environment with living and learning programs to support their academic and personal goals. Students are encouraged to engage in co-curricular programming such as TRIO, intramurals, clubs and organizations, student leadership, student employment and more.

Benefits to living on campus include: being close to classes, the library, computer labs, and other campus facilities; educational, recreational and social programs; dining hall; furnished rooms; laundry facilities; and much more.

This fall, students choosing to live at the Signal Peak Campus will be greeted with new enhancements such as free Internet/Wi-Fi access, study areas with onsite tutoring, laundry facilities with 24/7 access, enhanced meal plans, upgraded flooring and painted accent walls in select rooms, furnished units with utilities included, and new living and learning communities tailored to help students transition to college and maximize their on-campus living experience.

Themed lifestyle housing options allow students to choose the type of community they would like to live in. The first year experience quad and first year experience tower communities are focused on new students and their needs during their first year at CAC. Students may choose from a quad, housing up to eight students in a four room setting or a traditional three story co-ed residence hall with rooms accessible through an inside hallway.

The second year suite offers a room accessible from the outside and is conjoined with another room through a Jack and Jill bathroom. Each room houses two students. In comparison, the second year experience tower wing is a living and learning environment for the continuing CAC student that meets specific criteria. Hallways are co-ed with rooms that share a bathroom being single gender. The Honors wing is a 24 hour quiet wing designed for second year students who are committed to their academic achievement and have a minimum college grade point average of 3.0. The room layout models that of the second year experience tower.

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LIFE

Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing, Arizona College

Single Occupancy rooms are available in the super single quad style living. Here, each student has their own room, shares a bathroom and all residents have access to the quad community room.

Professional and student staff are dedicated to making on campus living a positive and memorable component of college life.

Staff members are trained to assist in crisis or problem situations, help residents understand residence life rules, procedures, and college policies. There is always a professional staff member on-call who works closely with student staff, campus police and college administration to create an enjoyable and safe living environment.

Applications for living on campus at CAC are currently being accepted for the fall semester. For more information about living and learning at CAC please visit www.centralaz.edu/reslife or call 1-800-237-9814, ext. 5470.

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LIFE

AIMHO angle Tricia Timney, Residence Hall Manager, University of Colorado Springs

5 Tips for a Successful Start to the New School Year. Res Life Edition I love the start of something new. A new year feels like a blank canvas where change is possible and unlimited new opportunities arise. All of the changes you might have worked on in June and July to leave your footprint in the department are finally approved and you can bet it will make this year the best one yet. You are lined up at the starting line ready to run the marathon of this next school year when you see that these first few miles might just be the most challenging: RA Training and Move-in.

Although adrenaline and excitement are on your side, there is always something intimidating about RA Training. Between the long days, setting the foundation of new relationships, teaching all of the new student staff members how to do their job while re-teaching the returning RAs the changes that have been made all mean one thing for me: energy depletion. Being slightly introverted certainly doesn’t help my case, but RA training is exhausting to almost everyone involved. Then after training, move-in occurs and we get to muster up our last bit of energy and smile at all of the incoming students hoping to give them a positive experience they can remember forever. And don’t forget the community builders, student events, club fairs, room switches, campus tours, missing keys, unhappy parents and ice cream socials that will fill up your next two weeks.

Although most of these things bring the average Residence Life professional much joy, it can still be the most challenging part of the year. If this is your first August at your school or you have been doing this for years, here are some tips I have found to be important in keeping a positive attitude when going into this season of beautiful chaos:

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Expect to be M.I.A., socially. Set the expectations for your family and friends that you will be working more than usual, and very likely different hours than normal. So no, you cannot go to book club this month, and you will be eating most of your meals on campus so that dinner date is probably not going to be an option. When you set the expectation that life is going to look a little different for these couple of weeks it can be easier for your social support to understand and not be disappointed. It might be good to set up plans or phone dates with family for the first week of classes so you have something to look forward to and so they will know that they are important to you.

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Realize that not everyone will like change. New professional staff members, new policies, new program requirements, new coworkers-- August is a time of newness in the Residence Halls. You have been working on improvements all summer to make processes smoother and the RA interactions more intentional. Try to present the changes with enthusiasm but don’t be surprised if all of your changes aren’t received well. Try to understand where your students are at in their cognitive development. If you look at Perry’s model of development and see some of your younger students in dualism, then you might expect that they are trusting the old ways are the “right way” and your changes are then “wrong”. When this happens it might be helpful to explain why the changes were made in the first place. Even though they might not like the changes, if they can see your reasoning they are more likely to accept the change as a necessity.

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AIMHO angle Tricia Timney, Residence Hall Manager, University of Colorado Springs

Take care of yourself. This is a phrase we often tell our students and neglect to follow ourselves. We all have things that will have to get done on a short time line, however, we need to be sure to prioritize what can wait until tomorrow. Get enough sleep to function. Everyone is different in how much sleep they need, but be sure to listen to your body’s signals; if you find yourself chugging your 5th Starbucks drink of the day because you cannot stay awake, maybe bedtime should be a bit earlier. Remember to make healthier food choices. Stress eating can be tempting, but the higher fat foods can put us to sleep after a big lunch. And as we hear a lot in the mountains, stay hydrated! You know what your body needs to function at its best and stay healthy; the trick is being sure to be intentional about your actions.

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Be adaptable. Unpredictability is a word that many student affairs professionals are comfortable with; it might even be something that draws us to work in the University setting. However, when things don’t go as planned, it can also be stressful. Many of us with a dominant “true color” of Gold might need to keep in mind that it is okay when your office (and home) become disheveled and unorganized. When all of your plans start to unravel, take a deep breath and handle it with the support of your team. Remember, we aren’t isolated in our departments, so don’t try to work alone. Often times simply asking your team members for help or delegating tasks to your GA or other student employees can be a quick fix to the problem at hand.

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Remember your ‘why’. Why are you in student affairs? Almost all of us are here because we want to help students. We get to impact the lives of our students on a daily basis, and RA Training and Opening are the foundations of that. We can say that our work truly matters and that alone can give us the encouragement to continue to push through the hard times. If you find yourself losing focus of your ‘why’, it might be helpful to place a quote or picture that encourages you on your phone or computer background. Even a quick glance now and again can help you stay motivated.

It is likely that none of these are new ideas to you. However, as we get closer to mid-August, it can be easy to end up in survival mode. This is even truer if this is your first year as a professional staff member or if you are new to the institution and still trying to figure things out. Don’t panic! When you look at your calendar for August just remember to breath.

You’ve got this.

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LIFE

AIMHO angle Richard Clark, Executive Director, University of Nevada Las Vegas

58,000, An Introduction to College Student Homelessness

Part 2 of 3 58,000. The number of homeless college students according to national statistics in the United States. In part 1, I outlined the reasons and barriers students face. Part 2 outlines a few best practices for campuses looking to assist students facing homelessness and food insecurity.

A key first step is to understand the important to understand the process to identify unaccompanied homeless youth.

NAECHY recommends a 2-step process. First, does the student’s living arrangement meet the McKinney-Vento Act’s definition of homeless? Second, once homelessness is determined, is the student unaccompanied? Unaccompanied is defined as “not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian”. Once this is determined, the appropriate resources can be identified to best serve the student.

Some best practices for campuses include establishing coordination between the financial aid office, student services, and housing. By coordinating all offices involved, the student can receive the maximum support with the least amount of frustration and delay. If your campus has a food and clothing bank, making the information known to staff will also assist students needing this type of assistance. For housing programs, consider making housing available during breaks when normally closed. If there is international housing available, allow homeless students to stay there temporarily until regular housing is open. Some campuses are now working with local families to provide a list of “host homes” in their community. These homes are often faculty and staff affiliated with the school. Finally, establishing a Single Point (or Points) of Contact (SPOC) at your college or university as a means of eliminating barriers and misinformation. I’ll explain the SPOC is great detail later.

There are a number of best practices outside the college or university that all campuses should consider. Look to connect staff and students with federal and community resources that aid individuals and families dealing with homelessness. If your not sure such resources exist in your community, start with local social services or on campus volunteer/community outreach office.

They tend to be a good starting point. Federal and community agencies can aid in obtaining the following: • State health insurance • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) • Temporary Aid for Needy Families (FANF) • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) • Runaway and Homeless Youth Act Funded Shelters (RHYA) • And, Administration for Children and Families

-http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/fysb/grants/fysb-grantees

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AIMHO angle Richard Clark, Executive Director, University of Nevada Las Vegas

58,000, An Introduction to College Student Homelessness

(Continued from previous page) Many campuses now have food banks to assist food insecure students and staff. If your campus does not have a food bank, establish one. The College and University Food Bank Alliance has over 292 food banks nationwide and is a great resource with articles, research and toolkits to assist you. Your campus could allow students to donate unused meals form meal plans to other students. Partner with community food banks. And finally, connect students with community-based organizations to apply for SNAP benefits.

As mentioned earlier, the creation or appointment of a SPOC (Single Point of Contact) is recommended. This is a dedicated position (or supportive administrator) on each campus who is committed to helping homeless youth (and often foster youth) successfully navigate the many college processes. While UNLV’s SPOC resides in Housing, this person could be found in Financial Aid, Counseling, Dean of Students, or other student support services offices. The SPOC’s primary roles include assisting students with admissions, financial aid, academic advising (remedial and tutoring), and student life. Student Life is meant to be very broad and includes housing, Counseling, Health Center, TRIO Programs, Disability Resource Center and Career Services to name a few.

In the October Angle a detailed outline of the UNLV HOPE Scholars Program will be presented as a possible framework and/ or model for other campuses.

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CONNECTIONS

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COMING SOON

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The keynote speaker for the 2016 AIMHO Conference will be Justin Jones-Fosu. Please read his biography below in preparation for the annual conference!

Justin Jones-Fosu is a husband, daddy, and a bald person who misses his hair! He is also an award winning entrepreneur, author, and Employee Engagement and Peak Performance Speaker. He is the President and Chief Inspirational Officer of Justin Inspires International, LLC where he speaks 50-60 times a year for professionals, corporations, and educational institutions.

His passion has led him to speak over 450 times to over 250 organizations in 4 countries and he is 5 states away from speaking in all 50 states... woo hoo! Justin is also the founder of Respectivity, a company helping workplaces to develop better cultures of respect to increase employee engagement, peak performance, and productivity in the workplace.

He is the author of two books, the most recent being “Finding Your Glasses: Revealing and Achieving Authentic Success,” which challenges the reader to live a life of success based on their core values. Justin is a former HR Professional who obtained his MBA s pecializing in Leadership and Organizational Change and undertook further graduate studies in the area of Human Resource Development. He has also gained valuable leadership experience with three Fortune 500 companies.

Justin has been awarded the official Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation by the National Speakers Agency.

He was voted as a “HOT ACT” in 2015 by Campus Activities Magazine. Also in 2008, Justin was named as one of EBONY Magazines “Top 30 Young Leaders on the Rise” and has been featured in SMART CEO Magazine and other publications.

In college he was awarded the Best Desk Attendant in the Universe honor by his own imagination!

If you only remember a few things about Justin, it’s that he is madly in love with his wife and loves being a daddy. He, his amazing wife, and his high-energy children reside in the great city of Clinton, Mississippi. He believes that his family is more important than any accomplishments, recognition, or accolades!