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ResEdChat by Roompact
Roompact's ResEdChat is a variety show of presentations, interviews, and webinars on issues of importance to college and university residence life professionals. Learn about new trends in the field of residential education, innovations in student housing, and hear from some of the experts in our field. Join the conversation at #ResEdChat.
Episodes
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 144: How to Nurture Creative Thinking in ResLife with Sean Watson
In this energizing episode of ResEdChat, host Dustin Ramsdell reconnects with Sean Watson — a returning guest and now a Roompact blogging team member — to…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 143: Everyone Can Be A Leader: Equity-Based Leadership in the Halls
On this episode of ResEdChat, join our host Noah Montague and guest Ayanna Ross, Associate Director of Residence Life at Miami University of Ohio, to talk…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 142: From RD to AD: Transitioning from Entry to Mid-Level Roles
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Donovan Cyrus joins Jas to chat about making the leap into a mid-level role in housing and residence life earlier than…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 141: The Generational Remix: From Decades Apart to One Team
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal talks with Dr. Megan Gerhardt, Professor at Miami University and author of Gentelligence. They explore how…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 140: From Strangers to Suitemates: Building Floor Culture
In this episode of Roompact's RA*Chat, Sadie Billings shares her secrets for transforming random room assignments into genuine community. From awkward…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 139: How to Use Music to Connect and Engage with Students
We're thrilled to kick off our yearly tradition of uplifting our latest cohort of amazing bloggers, starting off with Andrew Skelley from University of…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 138: Accidental ResLifer: Finding Your Place Without the SA Degree
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, join our host Noah and guest Emma Grupe, Resident Director at Miami University of Ohio, to talk about the field and…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 137: Home Away from Home: International Student Transition
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, host Jasmine Nettles sits down with Trevis Belle to discuss the international student experience through the lens of…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 136: Kind, Clear, and Purposeful: Supervising with Intention
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal talks with Matt Nelson, Director of Residence Life at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, about what it means…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 135: Move-In Magic: First Impressions, Lasting Connections
In this episode of RA*Chat, get ready to own move-in weekend! Join Katherine Gallardo, an RA, as she spills the tea on prepping like a pro and nailing those…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 134: Elevating Your Marketing In College Student Housing with Ali Santander
We're pleased to welcome Ali onto the show for this week's episode! She speaks with Dustin about her journey into this work, and reflections on how best to…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 133: Beyond the Interview: Equitable Practices for RA Recruitment
On this episode of ResEdChat, join our host Noah Montague, and guest Mathew Perry, Resident Director at Miami University of Ohio, to talk about RA recruitment…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 132: The Courage to Unlearn: Shifting Mindsets in Higher Ed
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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 131: New Book on the Three C’s Framework for ResLife Practice
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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 130: Living Where You Lead: Embracing Boundaries in Residence Life
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal talks with Markayla Clayton, a Community Director at the University of Oregon as they explore what it means to…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 129: Train Hard, RA Harder: Tips & Tricks for RA Training
In this episode of Roompact's RA*Chat, join Assistant Director Amanda Franklin as she shares insights, practical strategies, and real-life advice to help…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 128: Developing RA360.org: The Free Online Open-Source “RA Textbook”
For this week's episode, we're pleased to introduce our 2025 ACUHO-I Intern, Venus, and have her share more about the work she's been doing on the RA360…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 127: Elevating Staff Recruitment and Performance Management with Dr. Brittany McDaniel
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat podcast, guest host Dustin chats with Brittany to get insights from her diverse background working at a variety of…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 126: Sober Spaces in Higher Ed: A New Path for Student Wellness
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, host Jas Nettles is joined by Hayley, the Recovery Program manager at Baylor. Recovery programs on college campuses…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 125: Confidence in the Chaos: Supporting New Pros Through Crisis
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal talks with Dr. Joshua Maxwell, Director of University Housing at Colorado State University, about crisis…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 124: “So You’re an RA?” Advice for New Student Staff
In this RA*Chat episode for student staff members, join us to discuss some tips on being a newly hired Resident Assistant! Desiree A. Valdez Chavez gives…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 123: It’s All Greek to Me: Supporting FSL Affiliated Students on Campus
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, join our host Noah Montague, and Guest Carter Roane, Resident Director at Miami University of Ohio, to talk about all…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 122: Living Learning Communities, The Ultimate Learning Partnership
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, join Noah and Tristan Morton to talk about Living Learning Communities (LLCs) and how they can be implemented to…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 121: The Superhero Complex in Student Affairs
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we will be discuss "The Superhero Complex in Student Affairs." The superhero complex refers to a mindset where student…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 120: Yes, You’ve Got This: Fighting Imposter Syndrome in ResLife
Ever feel like you're faking it in housing? In this episode of ResEdChat, Crystal chats with Dr. A.J. Lauer, from Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions, about…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 119: Move-Out & Student Staff: Behind the Scenes of the Transition
In this RA*Chat episode, join host Anthony to discuss the complexities of move-out season for RAs and student staff members--from juggling school and work, to…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 118: Reflecting on Transitions In and Out of Residence Life with Dr. Cory Shapiro
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Dustin is chatting with Cory about his career journey in a variety of roles across different functional areas, many of…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 117: Challenge and Support: Growth Minded Supervision of Resident Assistants
In this episode of ResEdChat, join Noah and Nick Stanford, Senior Academic Advisor at Miami University's College of Engineering and Computing to talk about RA…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat 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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 115: Sacred Spaces: Supporting Spirituality and Meaning-Making in Campus Housing
Supporting students and staff in their spiritual and meaning-making journeys is an important but often overlooked part of residence life. In this episode of…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 114: Storytelling with Data: Engaging Residential Staff in Assessment Practices
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we rebroadcast a past webinar discussing storytelling through data and assessment with panelists from the University…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 113: Strategies for Transitioning from a Residential to a Divisional Curriculum
We're pleased to welcome Erin to the show this week to have her share reflections on the work at University of Oklahoma did over the past few years to expand…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 112: Dollars & Decisions: Budgets and Financial Management in Housing
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal sits down with Dr. T.J. Logan, Executive Director at Brailsford & Dunlavey, to break down the financial…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 111: Examining the Ongoing Importance of Professional Organizations with Brian Hopkins
We're pleased to welcome Brian to the show this week to talk about his journey that led him to joining ACPA in a professional capacity as well as what he sees…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 110: How to Use Pod Mapping to Amplify Your Curricular Approach
This week, Dustin chats with Sarah about her efforts to utilize pod mapping as a way to elevate the curricular approach at her institution. Sarah details the…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 109: Through the Lens: Reflecting on College and the Power of Community
In this episode, host Crystal sits down with Director of Photography Justin Kosman, whose career has taken him worldwide, working with brands like Red Bull…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 108: Safe Spaces, Strong Communities: Supporting LGBTIA Students in Housing
In this episode, join host Crystal and Travis Tucker, Assistant Dean and Director of the Carl A. Fields Center for Equality and Understanding at Princeton…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 107: When the Answer Is No: Navigating the Internal Candidate Experience
In this episode, Crystal sits down with Dr. Jeremy Moore, Dean of Students at Naropa University, who shares the unique challenges and opportunities of being an…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 106: Leveraging Newsletter Campaigns to Foster and Assess Student Learning with Crys Arellano-Fryer
We're pleased to welcome Crys to the show this week as they discuss with Dustin their email newsletter campaign initiative at their institution that seeks to…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 105: Balancing Act: Pursuing a Doctorate While Leading in Housing
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, Crystal sits down with Deanna Hughes, Associate Director of Residential Education at the University of South…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 104: Harnessing Pulse Check Assessments of Student Learning with Chad Lystad
We're welcoming Chad to the show this week to share with Dustin how his team at Concordia College was able to utilize quick student surveys to gather authentic…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 103: Blueprints for Success: Women in Housing Facilities Management
In this episode of Roompact's ResEdChat, we explore what it means to advocate for yourself and thrive in housing facilities, a field that is predominantly…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 102: Navigating Change Management & Assessment Implementation with Danielle Parker
This week, Dustin is joined by Danielle to discuss her recent work beginning to implement an assessment plan at her institution. She reflects on accomplishing…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 101: Paul Gordon Brown on Structuring Intentional Conversations
We're pleased to welcome back Paul into the guest spot this week as he chats with Dustin about utilizing intentional conversations as a simple, effective tool…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 100: Podcasting Reflections with Crystal, Dustin, and Paul
In this milestone 100th episode of show, hosts Paul, Dustin, and Crystal gather for a reflective roundtable discussion. They share candid insights about their…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 99: Care & Connection: Enhancing Your Resident Support with Roompact with John Hughey
In this episode of Roompact’s ResEdChat, Paul sits down with John Hughey from the University of Mary Washington to discuss how they are leveraging Roompact's…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 98: Achieving Supervisory Success with Dr. Stephanie Carter-Atkins
This week, we're featuring the final episode in this year's series of episodes featuring our guest writer cohort. Dustin speaks with Stephanie about her…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 97: Strategies for Supporting Homesick Students with Colin Varnet
This week, we're featuring current Roompact writer (and current Resident Assistant), Colin in conversation with Dustin to give his firsthand perspective on how…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 96: How to Leverage Appreciative Inquiry with 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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 95: How Stoicism & Residence Life Intersect with Sam Ferrigno
We're pleased to welcome Sam Ferrigno back to the podcast this week. She talks with Dustin about her experience being a writer for the blog this past year as…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 94: Exploring the Impact of RELI with Nate Gordon
This week we're diving deep the impact and how to get involved with the annual Regional Entry Level Institute (RELI) with our guest, Nate Gordon! He shares…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 93: Self-Awareness and Beyond: Emotional Intelligence for Housing Professionals
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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat 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…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 91: The Power of Partnership: Working Together with Campus Police to Support Students
Crystal is joined by Doreen Jokerst, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Chief of Police at CU Boulder. In this episode, they explore the…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 90: Nurturing Scholars: RAs’ Role in Supporting Academic Success
In this episode of Roompact’s RA Chat, Crystal is joined by Kathryn Palmieri, Managing Director at the Engineering Student Success Center and College of…
ResEdChat by RoompactRA*Chat Ep 89: Shine Brightly Without Burning Out: Tips for Introverts in Housing
In this episode of Roompact’s RA Chat, Crystal is joined by Brooks Hetle, Associate Director of Residence Life at North Dakota State University and current…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 88: “Why Roompact?” with Paul Gordon Brown
We're excited to welcome Paul back to the show this week to explore what qualities make Roompact as an education technology company unique. He shares with…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 87: Cultivating Community: Supporting Latine Students in Housing
In this episode of Roompact’s RA Chat, Crystal is joined by Dr. Geneva Reynaga Abiko, Founder and Executive Director, Borderlands Therapy Collaborative, PLLC…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 86: Getting Involved with the ACPA CHRL with Drs. DeAndre Taylor & Leah Shaw
This week, we're excited to feature the ACPA Commission on Housing & Residential Life (CHRL) by talking with both the outgoing and incoming chairs, Drs…
ResEdChat by RoompactResEdChat Ep 85: Advice for ResLife to EdTech Career Transitions with Dustin & Paul
This week, we're bringing Dustin and Paul together to have a deep exploration of all the things any higher ed professional should consider before they make the…