1. Bid Writing 101
A Step by Step process

2. I got nominated… What now?

3. Lucky you! Time to write a bid!

4. Step 0 (so the step before anything else)
Decide on what position you want to run for.
Check the bylaws and
TALK TO AN EXEC MEMBER!

5. Step 1 - Check the Constitution
Do you meet the requirements for running?
Have a minimum 2.5 GPA
Not serving as an RA or APM
Have a housing contract for 2017/2018 academic year
Be in good judicial standing with the university and housing

6. Step 1 - Check the Constitution

7. Step 2 - Letters of Support
You’ll need at least 2 but can have more
Anyone in a position who can talk about your leadership
Hall Council President, Hall Director(s), Current Exec Member
Can also be non-housing related
Reach out at least one week in advance!

8. Step 3 - Letter of Intent
A letter stating why you want to run for this position!
Interest in RHA
Qualifications
Stick to a page!

9. Step 4 - About Me Required to state next year’s class level
NOT amount of years in school
Include applicable things
Cumulative GPA
Theme relevant items
Majors/Minors

10. Step 5 - Strengths and Weaknesses
Equal amounts
Relevant to position/goals
Short - no longer than 3-word phrases
Able to state how you’ll work on these

11. Step 6 - Time Breakdown 24/7 look at an average week (168 hours total)
Include everything possible
Organizations, personal time, classes, sleeping, eating, etc.
Weekly, bi-weekly
Make 2 models if necessary
Project for things that are up in the air
Positions you’ve applied for, or classes you may take

12. Step 7 - Involvements and Achievements
What have you done so far at Ball State?
Freshmen can include High school items
Only pertinent, extended commitments
4 years rather than 1 semester
What have you accomplished that proves your capabilities
In relation to position
As a leader

13. Step 8 - Goals MOST IMPORTANT PART
Positional
Organizational
Personal
Make sure they are detailed and achievable
Consider this a platform

14. Step 9 - Theme! The most fun part of the bid!
Can be anything (well anything appropriate)
TV shows, movies, books, animals, plants, etc.
Try to tie it back to leadership
Something that describes or is important to you

15. Step 10 - Formatting Can be made in any software you choose
Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, InDesign, etc.
Must be able to be converted to a PDF
Must include all elements, but in no specific order
Must be under 8 pages, not including letters of support