The Office of Residential Life, along with the Depatrments of Housing and Dining Services, share the belief that through group living, students develop important personal, social and interpersonal skills. They learn to appreciate and respect individual differences and ethnic diversity, develop a greater understanding of their own identity and learn that they have responsibility for their actions as they deal with moral and ethical dilemmas. Encouraging the integration and involvement of faculty and other student affairs staff further enhances the quality of the residential community. It is the primary responsibility of the Office of Residential Life to take on the teaching/counseling/programming role that will help to create an environment in the residence halls where this kind of learning will occur. As a member of residential hall living, students will have many opportunities to foster friendships, develop life skills and become involved in a variety of leadership and other activities. The Director and Assistant Directors work with a group of Resident Advisors to help residents live together, have fun while succeeding academically, and grow as individuals as well as members of the Hopkins community. | 
