Humans of Campus Housing Podcast

Humans of Campus Housing explores the world of student housing in higher education, offering expert insights and real stories from campus life. Join hosts Elizabeth, Ben and Leo as they discuss the challenges, successes, and strategies that shape vibrant residential communities.

Humans of Campus Housing Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Kinetic, with 14 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kinetic hosts Humans of Campus Housing Podcast, a arts show with 14 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  Episode 14 | Leading with Emotional Intelligence

  Apr 10, 202624 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Aja and Leo talk with Dr Kevin Conn to explore how emotional intelligence shapes student housing leadership in real moments. From crisis response to everyday team dynamics, they unpack self awareness empathy and growth for new professionals. Kevin shares stories insights and practical ways to show up better support staff and create more human centered campus environments that truly make people feel seen heard and supported and valued deeply.</p><p><br/></p><p>For additional resources on Emotional Intelligence please check out:</p>Bradberry, T., & Graves, J. (2009). Emotional Intelligence 2.0. San Diego, CA: TalentSmart.Cornwall, M. (2010...

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  Episode #13

  Episode 13 | Confidence Is Always in Style

  Mar 6, 202639 minS1

  <p>Aja, Ben, and Leo are joined by Shavonn Nowlin, Director of Residence Life at University Center Chicago and member of the 2025 Diamond Club, for a conversation about body image, confidence, and belonging in higher education.</p><p>Shavonn shares stories about body positivity, self-advocacy, and navigating campus life in a body that deserves to be comfortable wherever it goes. From roommate moments and RA trainings to conference travel, the group dives into the everyday situations where body image shows up when you least expect it. It is a real, thoughtful, and fun conversation about confidence, self-advocacy, and helping students...

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  Episode #12

  Episode 12 | Recruitment That Makes Sense

  Jan 29, 202636 minS1

  <p>Aja, Ben and Leo kick off the new year by unpacking what “recruitment season” looks like in campus housing and student affairs today. They trace the shift from traditional conference-based placement to virtual-first hiring (and the ways it’s starting to swing back), discuss cost and accessibility realities, and share practical tips for both candidates and employers, from tailoring cover letters and practicing interview platforms to designing humane, culture-revealing interview experiences. Plus: LEGO talk, welcome kits, and why building in downtime might be the most underrated recruitment strategy.</p>

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  Episode #11

  Episode 11 | Mapping Housing’s AI Moment

  Sep 25, 202534 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Ben, Aja, and Leo are joined by Brent O’Guin (Georgia Tech) and Caroline Dotts (Strengths on Site) for a real talk on where AI actually helps in campus housing and where humans still matter most. From cleaner duty reports and smarter training revamps to five-year maintenance planning and everyday bandwidth wins, Brent and Caroline share how teams are using tools like Copilot as a true thought partner. We get candid about bias and ethics, why community-building needs a human knock on the door, and how to find your “entry point” so AI boosts the work you al...

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  Humans of Campus Housing Podcast

  Episode 10 | Meet Aja Holmes

  Jul 31, 202523 minS0

  <p>In this special episode of Humans of Campus Housing, Leo and Ben introduce the newest co-host of the show, Dr. Aja Holmes! With over 20 years in student affairs and a vibrant, heartfelt approach to campus life, Aja shares her journey across the country, her passion for student support, and the energy she brings to every campus she’s called home. With stories from coast to coast (and the Midwest in between), this is an introduction you don’t want to miss.</p>

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