Interview with a returning staff member.

Author: Riley Y.

Mikayla Podcast - 2025-08-19, 12.52 PM.mp3

Ever wonder what an RA really thinks about their first day? We asked Mikayla, a fourth-year Public Affairs major and ResLife veteran, a set of pressing questions.

Press play to hear why Mikayla would "100%" do ResLife all over again, and get the insider scoop that no training manual will teach you.

Top 3 Mic-Drops

1. “Your co-workers and bosses are there for you; use them when you don't know how to handle a situation.”
2. “You're human first, student second, [staff] third. Remember that work-home balance when you're living where you work.”
3. “Just being there for residents and giving them resources can make a huge impact on someone's life.”

Resources Mikayla Mentioned

CPO Food Closet

• Website: CPO Food Closet
• Instagram: @uclacpofoodcloset
• Location: Student Activities Center, Room 111 | Hours: M-TH: 9am-5pm, F: 9am-1pm

Black Bruin Resource Center (BBRC)

• Website: blackbruinresourcecenter.ucla.edu