What exactly is the Hampton House?
The Hampton House offers an extraordinary experience that provides a
unique leadership and service opportunity. This program allows participants
to explore issues concerning leadership based on the ideas of Robert
K. Greenleaf's Servant-Leadership model. Central to this experience
is the journey and growth of the self, as a leader and servant. No two
experiences are the same, though all are powerful, enlightening, and
self-generated.
Who can be a part of the Hampton House?
The Hampton House program is open to all Butler students - non-Greeks,
Greeks, females, and males - with upperclassman status. The program
allows members to pursue interests, reflect on experiences, and grow
as individuals and as a community.
Who lives in the Hampton House?
The Hampton House is part of the Residence Life Department of Butler
University. We have residence spaces for 22 upper class female students.
Each woman has her own room as well as the use of the many common areas
of the house. Each resident has the option of cooking her own meals
or remaining on the University meal plan. All residents share in the
upkeep of the kitchen and other common areas in the house. A full-time
staff member also lives in the house.
What if I cannot live in the House?
Hampton House members not living in the house have associate members
status. Associate members are a vital part of the Hampton House. This
part of the program allows for a variety of people to join. Associate
members are encouraged to participate in all house activities and opportunities.
Their presence offers different perspectives to the servant leaders'
journey.
What are the requirements for maintaining status
as a Hampton House member?
Though there are no required service hours, there are many opportunities
to partake in community service projects. Each member is expected to
take personal responsibility for his or her commitment to the program;
the community at large and within the program; and his or her own personal
growth. Residents within the house are also expected to uphold and abide
by the policies of Butler University.
What is the Board of Servants?
The Board of Servants is the revolving, governing body for the Hampton
House. All members of the program are expected to serve and lead on
this body. Tenure is one or two months.
Duties include:
The Board of Servants allows members to lead, serve
and be served. Each person experiences the various roles of an organization.
Reflection on each allows an opportunity to grow and develop as leader
and servant.
What is the application/selection process?
Members of the program are selected through an application and interview
process, which takes place in February. Current members in the final
year of the program, in addition to the house coordinator and various
members of the Butler community, facilitate this process. This method
of selection allows for a shared learning experience. Candidates learn
more about the house and servant-leadership while the selection committee
learns more about the applicant. Returning members must also enter in
the selection process. No one's position in the house is guaranteed
from year to year.
