Partner Smarter, Not Harder: Creating Collaborative Relationships

Valerie Heruska, Assistant Director of Residence Life for Academic InitiativesIndiana University - Bloomington@valerieheruska

Learning Outcomes

1. Why we should collaborate2. Steps to successful collaboration

Saves Money/ Avoids Duplication of ServicesSaves Money/Avoids Duplication of Processes

Builds stronger relationships within the university

Proves to your department that you're working within the General Education Goals (GEGs) of your department/institution

Steps to Successful Collaboration

1.Needs Assessment2.Sell Your Idea3.Partner Smarter4.Program Time5.Assessment/Evaluation for

the Future

vheruska@indiana.eduTwitter: @valerieheruska