Ethan Smith, joined by Chautauqua Hall Residence Director Donna Good, displays his Resident Assistant of the Month award certificate.
Ethan Smith, a third-semester Resident Assistant in Chautauqua Hall, was named the “RA of the Month” by Residence Life.
Mr. Smith, who is working towards his degree in Adolescence Education: English, is from West Seneca, NY. His activities on campus include being part of WNYF-TV; Writers’ Ring, a creative writing group; Sigma Tau Delta, the international English honors society; and the Resident Assistant Advisory Board.
Ethan works hard every week to build community in our hall. Ethan facilitates weekly passive program opportunities for residents to earn ‘House Points’ for the Chautauqua House Cup." – Chautauqua Hall Residence Director Donna Good
When asked about his favorite thing(s) about Fredonia, Smith replied, “I love how small the campus is; it makes me feel like everything matters a little bit more. I also love the nature, specifically the squirrels, woodchucks and the woodlot on campus. The arts here are also amazing, [as are] writing, everything VANM does and the live theatrical performances.”
Smith was nominated by Donna “DG” Good, residence director of Chautauqua Hall. Ms. Good’s praise of Smith included noting, “Ethan works hard every week to build community in our hall. Ethan facilitates weekly passive program opportunities for residents to earn ‘House Points’ for the Chautauqua House Cup."
Asked about future goals, Smith replied, “I would love to get some of my work published in literary magazines and continue to work on my novel. I look forward to continuing my education and am considering applying for M.F.A. writing programs after I complete my M.A. in English Ed.”
