The academic advisor forums will be included in the Provost Communiqué prior to each event date. If you want to view all of the forums for the Spring 2019 semester, visit the Academic Advisement Center website.
General Education Sampler: Humanities
Date: Friday, February 22
Time: 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Location: Pummill Hall 202
Facilitator: Amy Marie Aufdembrink
Do you ever find yourself wanting more information about a general education course than the basic course description? Do your advisees ever ask you to tell them more about general education courses in a specific area? If yes, then this is the session for you! Come and learn additional information about several general education courses in the Humanities area (GEC 111)
Please register on the Advising Advising Center website. Seating is limited to 42.
Technology Updates for Academic Advisors
Date: Friday, March 1
Time: 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Location: Pummill Hall 202
Facilitator: Moderated by Brian Edmond
Back by popular demand, Brian Edmond and his colleagues from Computer Services will discuss technology initiatives that impact academic advising and student success.
Please register on the Advising Advising Center website. Seating is limited to 42 people.
Master Advisor Refresher Workshops
There are two options for this session:
Dates and times: Friday March 22, 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. and Friday April 12, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Both sessions will be in University Hall 200
Coordinator: Amy Marie Aufdembrink
Designed for master advisors whose certification has lapsed or those who wish to fulfill certification for year with one session, the focus of these workshops will be on changes at MSU as well as advanced advising practices. Core 42 advising will be a major area of focus.
Please register on the Advising Advising Center website to reserve a spot.
Advising International Students Workshop
Date: Friday, April 5
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 PM
Location: Jim D. Morris Center, Room 500
Coordinator: Christina Bowles
Presenter: Patrick Parnell, Director of International Services, and the IS staff
This three-hour workshop will equip advisors to effectively assist this unique population by providing information on the nuts and bolts of immigration, as well as enhancing cultural awareness through presentations and a panel discussion. Opportunity for group participation and discussion will be provided.
Registration is required and spaces are limited. Please register on the Advising Advising Center website to reserve a spot.