Are we asking too much of our dorm RAs?

In late 2021, a letter circulated among University of Montana administration, students and media outlets containing a plea for help. It said the resident assistants living and working in the dorms need more support.

Alex Crisp, a former RA, wrote the letter following a series of incidents in UM's Jesse Hall that led him to quit the position early. He cited, "Ridiculous hours, unsafe conditions, toxic work circles and manipulative overseers" as examples of the challenges he faced. 

And he's not alone. Kaimin features editor Mariah Thomas found other former RAs who echoed Alex's experiences, while UM Housing says it continues to reach out to RAs with concerns.

This week, Alex Crisp joins Kaimin Cast host Austin Amestoy to talk about his time as an RA and his plea for change from the University.

Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com

 

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