The Residence Hall Association (RHA) exists to give students living in University residence halls the best possible experience in their residence halls. The RHA initiates, implements, and coordinates programs designed to enhance the educational, social, cultural, and recreational experience of residents. The RHA also addresses quality of life issues and implements suggestions that directly affect residence halls and residential life. The RHA is comprised of an Overarching Executive Council and 12 Hall Councils. Executive Board Members within the Hall Councils are elected each fall, receive a budget to sponsor events, and are advised by a full-time professional staff member from Residence Life.