Crystal is joined by Doreen Jokerst,ย Assistant Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Chief of Police at CU Boulder.ย In this episode, they explore the collaboration between housing professionals and campus police, highlighting the importance of open dialogue and mutual support in enhancing the student experience. We also discuss how to navigate challenging conversations about successful partnerships while being mindful of the influences of fear, lived experiences, and identity.
After the Crisis: The Importance of Debriefing and Incident Follow-up in Residence Life
In my years working in higher education, I've witnessed first-hand the intensity of crises that can arise in residence life settings. Whether itโs a natural disaster, a mental health emergency, or an unexpected altercation, crises in campus housing can shake the foundation of a community. Managing the immediate aftermath of a crisis is only the... Continue Reading →
Self Care Before, During, and After Your Duty Week
As a generally anxious person, my duty week brings a lot of negative emotions. Even during the less busy summers and semester weekdays, my brain is always working overtime thinking about the different scenarios I might encounter and how best to address them. During the first few years of my professional career, I would worry... Continue Reading →
We Ask ChatGPT: What Would Be The Most Annoying Songs To Use As A Ringtone For An On-Call Duty Phone?
What does the future of AI-based technology hold? We're doing a little experiment, specifically with the AI chat-bot, ChatGPT. This post is part of a series where we ask ChatGPT interesting, unusual, or just plain fun questions related to residence life and college student housing. All answers were generated by the AI. At the end... Continue Reading →



