Talking Stick - July/August 2008 - (Page 3)

Talking Stick Features July + August 2008 Volume 25, Number 6 The Magazine of the Association of College a nd University Housing Officers-International 30 When Politics Come to Your Town The political season can bring excitement – both good and bad – to a college campus. Read on for advice from housing officers who have found themselves on the campaign trail. 40 Support System This book excerpt takes a look at the wide variety of programs being utilized in campus residence halls to help students achieve academic success. Columns 6 Vision Careful planning and big ideas will propel ACUHO-I into this next year. 16 Talking Stick Symbol of International Friendship ACUHO-I’s talking stick, or speaker’s staff, was hand-carved of wood by the Ohiat Band of the British Columbia Indian Nation. Canadian ACUHO-I members presented it to the association in July 1973 during our annual conference at the University of British Columbia. The inscription reads: It is a sign of authority carried when proclamations are to be made or a meeting of chiefs is in session. A token of common heritage both to Canadians and Americans. Res Life Helping first-generation students find their place on a college campus. Departments 4 8 20 Facilities Anyone who has gone through the process knows there’s a lot more to purchasing residence hall furniture than just choosing the right color. Online Now Just In Spotlight on the University of Northern Colorado plus a leadership house for women; a new guide for controlling bed bugs; green options for athletic fields and lighting systems; must-have resources; and the latest groundbreakings. 24 Business As they continue to offer more housing options, colleges and universities work to keep up and to offer pricing plans that remain fair for both students and institutions. 12 Your ACUHO-I Transitions Calendar Conversations Let’s talk about networking and, well, about talking to each other. 14 28 52 Cover: Students and faculty study on the lawn at Radford University in Virginia. Photo: Lora Gordon, Radford University. This magazine is an example of ACUHO-I’s commitment to the environment. The paper used is Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF), contains 50% total recycled fiber, including 25% post-consumer material, and consists of fibers harvested from environmentally certified forests. 56 58 66 68 First Takes Reporting Out New Members Snapshot

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Talking Stick - July/August 2008 Contents Online Now Vision Just In Your ACUHO-I Transitions Res Life Facilities Business Calendar When Politics Come to Your Town Support System Conversations First Takes Reporting Out New Members Snapshot

Talking Stick - July/August 2008

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