PRESENTATION BY RYAN IOCCO

Life in a Fishbowl

Learning Outcomes

To bring attention to new and returning staff about what a "life in the fishbowl" is all about.

Help RAs understand the serious implications of actions by themselves or others.

Explain to staff that as members of the members of the university community, they are held to a higher standard called "student leader".

Overview

Unique to Resident Assistants

Live where you work

People are always watching you

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAh9FJTawyc

What does the fishbowl mean to you?

Returners Past experiences?

New Staff Other similar

roles

What will change?

Your life will become important to many

People notice decisions Positive and Negative

Role model

The Power of Influence

Constantly aware of your actions

Lead by example

Through behaviors YOU can exert influence on residents

“Celebrity” Effect

Always a resident assistant

Decisions are magnified

Ripple effect

Credibility can be damaged

Example

Social Media

Represent the department and the university

Residents will find things

Review your online life Google search

Conclusion

The “fish bowl” is real!

Need to become more aware of your actions

Actions impact more than just you