Spring 2008 - Northwestern College

RDs share stories of
panicked poultry and
other dorm drama
Few job descriptions
on a college campus
are as open-ended as resident
directors’. Recently,
Classic staff sat down with
Northwestern’s RDs and
asked: “What goes on during
your 24/7 work weeks”
Classic: Let’s start at the beginning. What is your first
week like after students arrive
Ann Du Mez, Hospers Hall: The doors open at noon on
Friday, but, of course, there’s always someone on the
sidewalk with all their luggage at 9 a.m., waiting.
Brian Moriarty, Heemstra Hall: I usually get mistaken for
a freshman. I’m trying to be helpful, going around to all
the rooms, introducing myself, and I’m perceived as that
awkward freshman who just can’t get enough of meeting
new people.
Brandon Van Marel, Colenbrander Hall: I get asked why
the air conditioner’s not on.
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