Talking Stick FEATURES MARCH + APRIL 2010 VOLUME 27, NUMBER 4 THE MAGAZINE OF THE ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY HOUSING OFFICERS-INTERNATIONAL Buy All Means RFP? RFI? IFB? Understanding the difference in all these processes will spell procurement success. Growing Season A professional mentoring relationship will help everyone involved blossom. COLUMNS Vision ACUHO-I members working together create a program that benefits us all. Res Life Movin’ Out Just because the academic year is almost over doesn’t mean the work slows down. How to help power through to the finish line. 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. DEPARTMENTS 4 8 Business A New Front on the Amenities War Give the people what they want (within reason). Online Now Just In Spotlight on New York University PLUS the competition is on with RecycleMania, charging students green fees, dining according to the seasons, and living sustainably on campus. 13 14 23 38 Your ACUHO-I Transitions Calendar Conversations Let’s talk about creating an accurate job description. COVER: Students at the Georgia College and State University enjoy comfortable amenities – and will never turn down a free T-shirt. PHOTO: Tim Vacula 40 41 46 This magazine is printed on recycled stock by PXP Ohio, which has been awarded Greenworks status for its environmental practices. First Takes Reporting Out Welcome Snapshot