Meet RHA executives

The Residence Halls Association is a student-run organization that deals with topics ranging from the campus bus system to various dining facilities on campus. While these students make some wide-ranging decisions such as working with Residential Programs and Services to determine housing rates, RHA executive members are just like any other students. To show this, the Indiana Daily Student talked to some RHA executives.

Name Alysha Balog
Position Director of Public Relations
Year Senior
Major Graphic design

IDS What is your job with RHA?
Balog I act as the main liaison between RHA and IDS, WIUX and the Union to increase our visibility. I also am in charge of marketing and managing RHA’s Facebook and Twitter account.
IDS What do you think is the best part of being on RHA?
Balog I have made a lot of friends who are passionate about their community. It is great to have a bunch of different people working toward one common goal.
IDS Why did you want to be a part of RHA?
Balog I got involved as a governor in Wright Quad my freshman year. I originally wanted an RA position but didn’t get it, so then I decided to be Vice President of Communications at Wright and then moved on from there.
IDS What is your best memory from RHA?
Balog We went boating during training. It was fun to get to know people and spend time on the water.
IDS What is your favorite band?
Balog Arcade Fire.
IDS When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Balog A graphic designer.
IDS If you could eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
Balog Pasta.

Name Amanda King
Position Director of Philanthropy
Year Senior
Major Biology and philosophy

IDS What is your job with RHA?
King I promote philanthropy, volunteerism and activism on IU’s campus. I collaborate with other directors and other organizations to plan programs as well.
IDS What do you think is the best part of being on RHA?
King I love getting to know students through programming. It is great to work with different student groups to meet new people. 
IDS Why did you want to be a part of RHA?
King I was involved in Ashton’s student government my junior year. I enjoyed working with my not-for-profit then, and I wanted to foster a similar relationship with another organization. I also have a passion for community service so this seemed like the perfect fit.
IDS What is your favorite memory from RHA?
King Nutella Fest was an all-day concert at Collins Living-Learning Center. It was so much fun and was a great bonding experience.
IDS Who is your favorite artist?
King Brett Bennen.
IDS When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
King A pediatrician.
IDS If you could eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
King Chocolate peanut butter pie.

Name Marianna Eble
Position Vice President of Student Affairs
Year Junior
Major Biology

IDS What is your job with RHA?
Eble I work on issues that the students want changed and discuss them at director meetings. I also am the liaison between IUDM and the residence halls as well as help with the Academic Initiatives and Services that oversees the different living learning communities on campus.
IDS What do you think is the best part of being on RHA?
Eble The best part is knowing how positively affected I was by the residence halls my freshman year, and I want to continue this experience for other students. I think the residence halls act as a conduit for all other college experiences, so they are really important.
IDS Why did you want to be a part of RHA?
Eble I wanted to make a difference in the residence halls and allow other students to have a positive experience in the residence halls. I also hope that students feel a greater sense of community in Bloomington.
IDS What was your best memory from RHA?
Eble I planned the campus-wide event Nutella Fest this past fall. It was a great feeling to have created a fun, lively environment for students. 
IDS What’s your favorite band?
Eble Black Keys.
IDS If you could eat only one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Eble It’s a tie between cold pizza and sushi.
IDS When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Eble A pilot.

Name Katie Lambert
Position President
Year Senior
Major Psychology with a minor in criminal justice

IDS What is your job with RHA?
Lambert I act as a resource for the students of the residence halls and act as a liaison between them and residence halls. I make sure that the student voice is heard and address a problem if there is one.
IDS What do you think is the best part of being on RHA?
Lambert Being able to meet new and different people. I love having new experiences and being a part of something bigger than myself.
IDS Why did you want to be a part of RHA?
Lambert I started as floor governor in Read. I always think it’s important to be active and make an impact on campus. My RA freshman year was really active in student government, and I wanted to be like her.
IDS What is your favorite memory from RHA?
Lambert This year at training we rented a boat, and it was great to meet new people. I also love having the opportunity to go to so many lectures and plan programs.
IDS What is your favorite band?
Lambert Train.
IDS If you could eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Lambert Cookies and cream ice cream.
IDS When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?