features 36 Completing the Loop By Chris Heasley, Frances Watson Lengowski, Kurt Haapala, and Norbert W. Dunkel Read about how the physical attributes of design influence student development. 48 Perfect Partners By Mary C. Jordan and Jennifer Todden The dynamic relationship between RAs and their supervisors is powerful. Learn how they work together to promote the best outcome for the RA and the institution. contents NOVEMBER + DECEMBER 2015 3