Resident Assistant Voices

An overview of the experiences shared by our 2024–2025 Resident Assistant cohort.

Resident Assistant Voices

Based on responses from the 2025 RA Experience Survey (12 RAs).

75%
of RAs rated their overall experience as Excellent.
100%
rated their experience as Good or Excellent.
11 of 12
would definitely recommend the RA position to others.

What RAs Enjoyed the Most

  • Working with the RA team and Graduate Housing staff.
  • Supporting residents through challenges and transitions.
  • Building a sense of community within the properties.
  • Planning and hosting social events.
  • Developing leadership and communication skills.

Skills They Gained

  • Leadership and accountability.
  • Conflict resolution and crisis response.
  • Empathy, listening, and cross-cultural communication.
  • Time management and balancing academics with responsibilities.
  • Teamwork and collaboration across Graduate Housing communities.

What They’re Saying

Thank you so much for having me! This memory is one I’ll cherish and carry with me into all the days ahead.
– Graduate RGA RA
Thank you for this opportunity. I loved working with the team and will miss you all a lot.
– Graduate RVA RA
You have been a highlight of my time at Rice University. Thank you for everything – I will miss you dearly.
– Graduate RVA RA
The RA program is really special, and you’ll learn a lot if you let the program do its work. Just be yourself and leave your mark.
– Graduate RGA RA

Strengthening the RA Program, Year After Year

The feedback from our 2024–2025 Resident Assistant cohort highlights the impact of the RA Program. Their responses reflect a consistent sense of connection, collaboration, and support across Graduate Housing. RAs shared that they felt well-integrated within their communities, confident in their ability to assist residents, and appreciative of the teamwork that shaped their experience.

Many RAs emphasized how much they valued working closely with fellow assistants and staff members, building relationships with residents, and contributing to a welcoming environment. They also described significant personal and professional growth, developing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that they will carry far beyond their time at Rice.

As we move forward, we remain committed to learning from each cohort and incorporating their insights into the continued development of the RA Program. Their experiences guide our efforts to strengthen community-building, reinforce support systems, and provide meaningful opportunities for leadership within Graduate Housing. We are grateful for the dedication of our RAs and look forward to supporting future teams as they help our residents thrive at Rice.

Rice Graduate Housing looks forward to welcoming more graduate students into the RA Program in future cycles, where they can contribute their unique strengths, perspectives, and leadership to our growing community.