RA and RPM Information

Residential Peer Mentor Selection Information

An RPM serves as an important academic resource by providing tutoring, mentoring, and academic activities in their assigned residential building. We seek students who are passionate about academic success and passionate about helping their peers succeed. To learn more about the position, view the online  RPM Position Description.

Apply Here to be an RPM

RPM Application Information

• The application must be completed in one sitting. Please make sure your are prepared with your essay answers and your resume.
• One WVU Tech Academic Reference Required. This should be a faculty/staff member at Tech who can evaluate and comment on your academic ability.
• You will list your reference name and contact information as part of our application
• Give your reference this link to complete the online reference form: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e54q1eZBUjYsVim
• Resume Required. You will attach your resume as part of our application.
• Two Short Essays Required (500 words or less each). Write your answers in a Word document and upload as a Word document/PDF to our online application.
• Why are you interested in the Residential Peer Mentor position?
• How can an RPM help students succeed academically at Tech? How would you work to ensure the RPM helps our residents?
  

RPM Selection Timeline

• Mon. Feb. 26: RPM Applications Available Online
• Thurs. March 21: Applications and References Due by 5pm
• March 26 - 27: Individual Interviews
• April 3: Hiring Notifications

Resident Assistant Selection Information

RAs are vital members of the Student Life staff.  Each community has an RA to ensure we create positive, healthy communities where students can live, learn, and grow.  RA selection is an in-depth process to ensure we hire the best RAs we can; through our selection process, we aim to hire students who will commit themselves to their communities, to their residents, and to our University.   Please view our RA Position Description to learn more about the position. 

RA Application Information

• The application must be completed in one sitting. Please make sure your are prepared with your essay answers and your resume.
• Two References Required 
• You will list your reference names and contact information as part of our application
• Resume Required. You will attach your resume as part of our application.
• Two Short Essays Required (500 words or less each). Write your answers in a Word document and upload as a Word document/PDF to our online application.
• Why are you interested in the Resident Assistant position?
• What role does the RA play in the WVU Tech mission? How can an RA live out our mission?
• Mission of WVU Tech: WVU Tech provides an accessible and supportive environment in which students are guided to be active and contributing members of society by fostering intellectual and personal growth through comprehensive educational experiences.