Events
Residential Leadership Awards 2026
The Residential Leadership Awards is our end of year award ceremony that celebrates the hard work and accomplishments of Housing and Residence Educations' Community Councils and Involved Living Organizations.
RSVP today at go.osu.edu/rlarsvp
- Theme: Picturesque Moments
- Date: Monday, April 6, 2026 from 6:30 - 8:30pm
- Location: Curl Market - Viewpoint (2nd floor)
- Attire: Cocktail dress is appreciated but not required. An aesthetic photo area will be available for pictures and dinner will be provided. You can dress however you feel comfortable.
RLA Award Categories
1. ILO President of the Year
2. ILO Executive Board Member of the Year
3. ILO Advisor of the Year
4. ILO Program of the Year
5. Community Council President of the Year
6. Community Council Executive Board Member of the Year
7. Community Council Advisor of the Year
8. Community Council Program of the Year
9. Outstanding Engagement in Personal Development by a Student Leader or Group
10. Outstanding Engagement in Considerate Communities by a Student Leader or Group
11. Outstanding Engagement in Global Responsibility by a Student Leader or Group
12. ILO/Community Council Member of the Year
13. Distinguished Achievement in Personal Development by a Student Leader
14. Distinguished Achievement in Considerate Communities by a Student Leader
15. Distinguished Achievement in Global Responsibility by a Student Leader
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Involved Living Opportunities (ILO) Retreat
The ILO Retreat is something that Housing and Residence Education (HRE) hosts to welcome and provide a developmental experience for the 2026-2027 executive boards. During this event, we’ll chat about your connection to HRE, do some reflecting, idea generating, and planning for your organization and the upcoming year! All incoming ILO executive officers and advisors for 26-27 are expected to attend the ILO Retreat.
Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Location: Busch Event Spaces - Valor Room (large room at the end of the hallway)
Retreat Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Theme: Connections
Attire: Casual
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Involved Living Summit
Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 11:00am - 4:00pm at Curl Market - Viewpoint (2nd floor) & McPherson Lab
The Involved Living Summit is an opportunity for students to develop as individuals, connect with other students, and learn more about leadership. This development focused day will include free lunch, time to connect with peers and staff, and educational sessions. We are inviting any student interested in attending this event! The IL Summit is required for Community Council and ILO executive boards – including at least one advisor from each organization.
Attire for the event is business casual or whatever you feel most comfortable in.
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Community Council
The Community Council Executive Board Application is now closed. Please contact your Hall Director for information if you'd like to join a council.
Community Council gives you the opportunity to develop leadership skills, meet new people and plan intentional activities and events for our community, have your voice heard regarding concerns you may have, and inherently create an extraordinary student experience for those that live in our community. If you are interested in becoming an RA, this is a great opportunity to showcase leadership, communication, and a great pathway to other roles.
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