College students focus on social, as well as, academic achievements that enhance their college experience and provide a sense of contribution to ETSU.  For students living on campus, a variety of avenues exist for individual and group leadership development. Residents may participate in student-run organizations, become a part-time employee as an RA or RD, or serve on the Residence Hall Judicial Board. 

Each residence hall and apartment complex has its own governing council that allows residents opportunities to express their concerns and interests. Councils help promote an overall sense of well-being, fun, and participation in the community. The Residence Hall Association (RHA) brings members from each residential area together to create a liaison between residents and the University. With membership consisting of all of the students residing on campus, RHA is one of the largest student organizations on campus. Positive changes in residential and University policies are promoted in an effort to provide living accommodations that reflect both the needs and desires of students.

Students participating in the RHA have opportunities to attend leadership conferences where they can exchange information and ideas.  Residence hall leaders come together to find ways to better serve and educate their residents, sharing programs they have used on their campus to help solve a problem or promote individual growth and development.

Resident Advisors and other hall staff work together to create residence hall and apartment communities that create an environment contributing to the intellectual and social development of students. The skills developed in these positions are priceless when students begin applying for that first job in their chosen fields.