Engagement Reports
#GVSURA Engagement Report
What is an Engagement Report?
Engagement Reports track your engagement and experience within the RA role (not your engagement with residents). These reports are for you to reflect and document the various tasks and projects you complete that are related to competency areas recognized by HRL (and fields beyond universities). You are not required to remember or document every occurrence throughout the month nor are you required to report all tasks and projects. Please share only as much as you are comfortable – we enjoy getting to know you all personally, but respect your privacy.
What do I get out of an Engagement Report?
The goal of Engagement Reports is to reflect on your accomplishments as an RA, a student, and a human. The competency areas and specific tasks include transferable skills that can be used on resumes, cover letters, Linkedin profiles, and more. Furthermore, Engagement Reports allow you to reflect on your personal wellbeing and self-care strategies. By tracking your engagement with the RA role and earning Micro-Credentials, you will have tangible ways to explain your skills and accomplishments in the future.
When are Engagement Reports due?
RAs will submit a monthly report identifying accomplishments in a variety of competency areas. Reports are due by the 1st of each month with a grace period through the 5th. LCD supervisors will provide time during the last staff meeting of the month to complete the self-assessment. The report should take no longer than 20 minutes to complete. Explanations can be simple and concise, or as descriptive as you would like. Photos and additional materials are optional.
Who will see my Engagement Report responses?
Individual form responses will be shared with LCD staff supervisors. Progress toward Micro-credentials will be tracked by the Residence Life Student Assistant and visible to the Residence Life leadership team and LCD staff. Aggregate data and summaries will be shared broadly with HRL and the Division of Student Affairs staff as part of monthly assessment practices.
2021-2022 Engagement Report Data
What aspect of your work as an RA did you find the most enjoyable or fulfilling?
What aspect of your work as an RA did you find the most unfulfilling or challenging?
What do you consider to be your greatest contributions or accomplishments related to the RA role?
What do you consider to be your greatest accomplishments outside of the RA roll?
"Administrative Tasks" include ancillary assignments, Laker Chats, RA Interviews, and other duties as assigned
RA Micro-Credential Competency Areas
ADMINISTRATION
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to assist LCD and HRL staff with clerical and organizational functions of assigned community.
Related competencies:
- Submits duty logs/IRs/surveys on time
- Meets HRL/community-specific deadlines
- Properly completes HRL forms (program reporting, RCRs, Health & Safety checks, Laker Chats, duty logs, etc.)
- Attends all HRL-wide and community staff meetings
STUDENT SUPPORT
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to assist LCD and HRL staff with referral and appropriate use of student resources available outside of HRL.
Related competencies:
- Refers students to resources
- Assists with MySuccess check
- Assists with MoneySmartLakers
- Hosts educational program (i.e. a program with a campus partner, professional development, headshots/resume building, etc.)
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL WELLNESS
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to balance position responsibilities with personal and professional needs.
Related competencies:
- Attends professional development sessions outside of HRL
- Attends campus recreation event (Group Exercise, Massage Services, Nutrition Services, Outdoor Equipment Rentals, Rock Climbing, Intramurals, Club Sports)
- Attends Campus Interfaith event
- Attends student organization meeting/event
- Practices individual wellness
- Serves as e-board member to club/organization
MARKETING & OUTREACH
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to assist LCD and HRL staff with the marketing and promotion of on-campus living at GVSU.
Related competencies:
- Assists with RA recruitment (Info sessions, interviews, etc.)
- Promotes on-campus living
- Is featured on HRL social media
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to assist LCD and HRL staff with ensuring a secure and safe environment within on-campus living centers.
Related competencies:
- Assists residents with lockouts
- Performs health & safety inspections
- Abides by FERPA, Clery, and Title IX
- Serves in duty rotation
FACILITATION
Learning outcome:
- RAs will be able to plan and execute informational/educational programming and opportunities for residents.
Related competencies:
- Hosts floor meeting
- Hosts community-building program (passive or active)
- Creates informational/educational bulletin board
- Presents at training session or staff meeting
MENTOR AREAS
Competency in either Academic Succes, Civic Engagement, or Social Justice Mentorship
Learning outcome:
- Mentor RAs will be able to facilitate informational/educational programming and opportunities for First-Year RAs relating to their competency area.
Related competencies:
- Facilitates mentor area-specific session at staff meeting
- Hosts mentor area-specific programs
#GVSURA Micro-Credentials
Earning Micro-Credentials: Micro-Credentials will be issued at the end of the Fall and Winter semesters based on self-reports of completing/mastering related competencies in a certain area. Not all of the competencies need to be demonstrated to receive the micro-credential, but mastery in a certain area will require the RA to demonstrate the expected learning outcome.
What Are Micro-Credentials?
- Micro-credentials are “mini-qualifications that demonstrate skills, knowledge, and/or experience in a given subject area or capability.” (Deakin Co.)
- RA Micro-Credentialing contributes to self-awareness, career development, and accountability.
- The monthly self-assessment reporting provides an opportunity for recognition and promotes accountability.
Additional Literature
Stackable micro-credentials - a framework for the future (Hall-Ellis, 2016)
National Education Association - Micro-Credentials
The State University of New York SUNY - Micro-Credentials
OPINION: Meet certificates and “microcredentials” — they could be the future of higher education