Tag: Topic Foundations and Philosophy

ResEdChat Ep 132: The Courage to Unlearn: Shifting Mindsets in Higher Ed

ResEdChat 132

In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, host Jas sits down with Thomas Bruick to discuss "unlearning" and mindset change. In student affairs and higher education, unlearning refers to the intentional process of letting go of outdated beliefs, assumptions, or practices to make space for the "new." It involves critical self-reflection, openness to change, and a commitment to slowing down our thoughts to make informed decisions. This process is especially relevant as institutions evolve to better serve and respond to societal shifts with our student populations. 

ResEdChat Ep 131: New Book on the Three C’s Framework for ResLife Practice

ResEdChat 131

We're pleased to bring you this bonus episode of ResEdChat where Paul shares more details about a brand new resource from Roompact to help residence education leaders create a framework for their practice. Focused on the "Three C's" of Community Development, Competencies, and Care, Paul explains how this eBook came to be and how he hopes professionals across the country will use it to elevate their work.

ResEdChat Ep 116: Staying Connected to Your Work! with Bernard Nichols

In student affairs, especially Housing and Residence Life, we do what I like to call "shadow work"—outside the classroom, in late-night conversations, in the spaces where students grow into themselves. In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Host Jasmine Nettles and guest Bernard Nichols talk about understanding "why" we do what we do, what keeps us going, and how our personal values and lived experiences have shaped the way we show up for students.

ResEdChat Ep 96: How to Leverage Appreciative Inquiry with Alex Baker

ResEdChat 96 - Alex Baker

This week, we're featuring another edition in this year's series of episodes featuring our guest writer cohort. Dustin speaks with Alex about the concept of appreciative inquiry and how he sees it applying to the work residence life professionals do every day. Alex shares how utilizing appreciative inquiry is a way to harness affirmative positivity and bring a strengths based approach to how we work with colleagues and students.

ResEdChat Ep 93: Self-Awareness and Beyond: Emotional Intelligence for Housing Professionals

ResEdChat 93

As housing professionals, we help students navigate life’s ups and downs, trauma, and a wide range of incidents and emotions—all while striving to remain calm and composed. Crystal is joined by Dr. Joshua Fredenburg, President and Founder of the Circle of Change Leadership, as he explores the concept of emotional intelligence, sharing practical tips on how to cultivate self-awareness and apply it in daily housing situations.

ResEdChat Ep 92: Creating a Modern Housing Operations Unit with Dr. Zach Blackmon

This week, Zach shares with Dustin insights from his experience managing housing operations, including assignments, meal plan administration, and off-campus student services. They discuss how to balance operational efficiency with meeting the expectations of students and leadership, all while maintaining a high level of service and satisfaction. Zach also explains the importance of data-driven planning, leveraging technology, and being adaptable in an evolving landscape.

Four Ways Residence Life Education Can Go Wrong

Four Ways Residence Life Education Can Go Wrong

Roompact "Perspective" posts are opportunities for individual staff members to work out ideas and provide their individual thoughts and opinions on a given topic. There are a number of practices in residential life and education that have become commonplace, but that don't always advance our roles as educators and student affairs professionals.  Over my many years... Continue Reading →

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