Become a RAM

The Resident Academic Mentor (RAM) is a part-time live-in position assigned to a Living and Learning Community (LLC) to guide and support first year students as they transition to college life. As a member of the residence hall staff, RAMs work collaboratively with Academic Partners (colleges, faculty, Deans) to provide resources, coordinate in-hall programming, and provide one-on-one academic support to students in their LLC.

RAM Application Information:

Thank you for being interested in applying to be a Resident Academic Mentor
(RAM) for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!

You will find the application on URI My Housing under the section
Employment Applications. We have provided you the questions below to draft
on Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or PDF as you are answering them in case
the site logs you out.

Below you will find information about the application process and questions
to answer for New RA Application. Response will need to be uploaded in
Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or PDF.
Personal Statement Section:

In 500 words or less, we want to be introduced to who you are. In your
statement, you should include a thoughtful response as to why you want to
be a RAM. Identify 3 skills and/or experiences you have that will help you
succeed in this position. Overall your personal statement should speak to
what makes you a solid candidate.

The University of Rhode Island’s Department of Housing and Residential Life has anticipated RAM openings in the following Living and Learning Communities (LLCs):

• Business
• Chinese Flagship
• Education
• Engineering
• Environment and Life Sciences
• Exploring/Undeclared (students of ALL majors are welcome to apply)
• Fine Arts  (Art, Music, and Theater)
• Harrington School of Communication and Media
• Humanities (English, History, Languages, and Philosophy)
• Health Sciences
• Neuroscience
• Natural Sciences and Mathematics 
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Social and Behavioral Sciences