Government FAQ

Q: What is a hall government and what do they do?

A: The Stevens Hall Government exists to represent the residents of the hall within the residence hall community and beyond.

Q: How and when is your hall government chosen?

A: Hall government members are elected by the current residents at the end of each school year. Positions that remain unfilled will be elected at the beginning of the next school year.

Q: How can I get in contact with someone on your hall government? A: Contact the Residential Education Director of Wilmer-Davis and Stevens at 509-335-9166.

Q: What activities does Stevens Hall have during the year?

A: Stevens Hall plans a wide variety of activities throughout the school year. These may include serenades to our brother hall, pre-game BBQ's, Dad's and Mom's weekend activities. All hall members are invited to all activities, with the cost of most activities covered through the hall's budget.

Q: What government positions are available at the floor/house level and how can I get involved?

A: President, Vice President, Secretary, Head Sponsor, Social Chairs (2), Historian, House Manager, Intramural Rep, RHA Rep (2), Freshman Mentor, Even Steven Editor, Philanthropy Chair, Environmental Rep, Homecoming Rep, Ground Floor Sponsor (2), 1st Floor Sponsor(2), 2nd Floor Sponsor (2) , 3rd Floor Sponsor(2) , Squire Week Rep (2).

Q: On what does the government spend my $25 each semester?

A: Your $25 is spent on programming for your entertainment, enjoyment, involvement, and education. Our students can participate is intramurals and many other opportunities Stevens Hall, within the residence hall community and within the Washington State University community.

Q: What hall equipment items are available to check-out at the front desk?

A: Stevens Hall equipment is all housed within Stevens and can be checked out from the House Manager, one of the elected positions on the Hall Government. Stevens has a DVD player, 36" flat screen TV, a VCR, pool table, and full kitchen. All of this equipment and more is available for the residents of Stevens Hall to use at any time free of charge.

Q: When do the hall and floor governments meet?

A: Stevens Hall Government Sunday nights at 8:30pm in the lobby.

Q: Does Stevens Hall provide any leadership training for people interested in becoming involved?

A: Stevens Hall government supports any residents to attend the Fall and Spring Leadership retreats and also plans additional training and leadership development opportunities for the government members and the residents in Stevens.

Q: I understand Stevens Hall receives funds to reduce hall damages. Tell me more about the program and on what such money can be spent.

A: Stevens Hall does not incur many damages through the school year because our women are proud to live in the oldest residence hall on campus. This pride allows the residents to purchase such items the new TV and DVD player, along with the new vacuums, with the money saved from not having damages in the building.