Campus Involvement

There are many ways to become involved in student government and the residence hall community while living at the University of Washington. Here is a small sample of the opportunities.

Peer Review Board (PRB)

Peer Review Board Adviser, 206–685–1738

The PRB, composed of student representatives from the residence halls, provides residents with the opportunity to become actively involved in the student conduct process. The purpose of the PRB is to adjudicate alleged violations of the Residence Hall System Contract and to determine appropriate sanctions for residents responsible for contract violations. Residents are encouraged to apply to become PRB members.

National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH)
http://students.washington.edu/nrhh

Director ~ Amara Siemens, nrhh@u.washington.edu
The National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) is comprised of the top one percent (1%) of student leaders in the halls. The focus of NRHH is to provide recognition to the students making outstanding contributions to the residence hall community. To learn more about NRHH, visit their website for more information. Get involved in this great organization by submitting awards for your residence hall peers who exemplify great leadership skills.

Students Expressing Environmental Dedication (SEED)
http://students.washington.edu/uwseed/index.html

Director ~ Scott Davis, uwseed@u.washington.edu
SEED is an organization composed of UW students working to introduce and continue sustainable practices on the University of Washington campus. SEED began by establishing recycling programs in the residence halls. They are continuing to expand environmentally-friendly practices and allow students to meet, organize, and have fun while making the planet a more livable place.

Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW)
http://www.asuw.org/

Head At-Large RHSA Senator ~ Salil Mathur, salilm@u.washington.edu
RHSA has 44 senators in the ASUW. It is important that every seat is filled so that the residents in the halls have a powerful voice on issues that directly affect all students, such as tuition and academic policy. The ASUW Student Senate is comprised of students from campus organizations, living groups (RHSA), and the ASUW diversity commissions. Every week they gather to discuss issues important to students at the University of Washington and establish resolutions of student opinion. These resolutions help guide our elected leaders and dedicated volunteers as they represent us on Shared Governance Committees. All students are welcome to submit legislation for the Senate to debate, and while only senators may vote, there are openings available for students interested in serving a term as a senator.

RHSA Sub-Committees
Capital Projects Committee (CPC) Chair ~ Anthony Medica IV, tonymed@u.washington.edu Bi-Weekly Meeting: Wednesdays at 5 p.m. As a part of the Capital Projects Committee you research and implement improvements in the residence halls. Ranging from purchasing better games in the rec. room of your hall to painting murals in a lounge, you initiate the changes the residents want. CPC offers an excellent opportunity to learn about the operation/facilities side of HFS, and how equipment purchases and facility improvements are budgeted and completed.
Cuisine Action Committee (CAC) Chair ~ Jessica Mawrence, jesslm@u.washington.edu Weekly Meeting: Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. The Cuisine Action Committee meets weekly with food service administrators to address complaints and provide student feedback regarding the services it provides. The CAC deals with a wide variety of food service issues. This committee also plans programs such as recipe contests, sampling parties, and cooking contests like Iron Chef.
The Hall Wellness Committee (HWC) Chair ~ Kyle Fuller, kfuller4@u.washington.edu Weekly Meeting: Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. The Hall Wellness Committee plans programs that promote good health and well being for residents. It provides opportunities for fitness and athletic competition, with activities including: IMA trips, setting up intramural teams, running groups, and inter-hall activities. In addition to this, workshops are also planned with topics like dieting, substance abuse, good health habits, and other related subjects. Lastly, Sonics, Mariners, and UW game nights are also planned by this group.
Programming Committee Chair ~ Lindsay Fitzmorris, fitzml@u.washington.edu Weekly Meeting: Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. The Programming Committee helps pick, plan and advertise for academic, community, and diversity programs put on by RHSA.
Constitution and Bylaws Review Board (CBR) Chair ~ Laine Anderson, lainea@u.washington.edu Weekly Meeting: Tuesdays at 6:00 in the HUB 2nd floor lounge through April 24th The Constitution and Bylaws Review Board is responsible for reviewing the constitutions and bylaws of RHSA and the various hall councils. The title really says it all.