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ResEd Student Leaders + Professional Staff Group Shot, 2023. Credit: Nikolas Liepins

Residential Student Leadership

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Have you ever wanted to serve as a Resident Assistant (RA) or Ethnic Theme Associate (ETA)? Student leaders contribute to the rich and diverse residential communities at Stanford and help improve the Stanford experience from the inside out. 

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About Student Leader Selection

Residential Education manages a robust student leader selection process to ensure both students and communities find a successful residential student leader team. We need committed undergraduate students passionate about constructing the livelihoods of our students within environments that are dynamic, socially engaging, and welcoming to a variety of identities. 

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This section of our website has been set-up to help guide you through the selection process as well as share relevant information and dates to help you through the process. Questions? Connect with us

Student Leader Selection Timeline

Here you can find and review important Selection-related dates that will guide you through the process.

Introduction and What to Expect

Undergraduate residential student leaders play a critical role in the creation of safe, inclusive residential communities that support student health and well-being. 

Expectations, Roles, and Compensation

Find out more about residential student leadership, including the roles available, expectations for those who lead, and compensation. 

Student Leader Training

In order to serve in a leadership role, attending training is a requirement before you can begin. Find out more here, including important dates to be aware of. 

Residential Student Leader Instagram

Official account of our Residential Student Leaders.