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 Fall 2019 semester, visit the Academic Advisement Center website.
Advising students with transfer credit
Date: Friday, October 4
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Pummill 202
Presenters: Ross Hawkins and Mandi Muse
This workshop is for any advisor who works with transfer students or students who have or will be completing credit elsewhere. Advisors will learn more about CORE 42 and the impact it has on advising transfer students. Web resources will be viewed and discussed to help advisors be efficient in advising appointments and to share information with students about the resources available online. Participants will also be made aware of recent changes in the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid regarding transfer processes and scholarships.
Registration is required and spaces are limited.
Infusing “Career Readiness” in advising
Date: Monday, October 7
Time: 1:30 p.m.– 4:00 p.m.
Location: Plaster Student Union 317
Coordinators: Kimmy Walker from the Academic Advisement Center and Margie Stewart from the Career Center
Career Readiness is developed through many activities and experiences, including advising. This workshop will dive into what advisors can do to help students prepare for their next step after college. Participants will hear from an employer panel, fellow advisors, and campus resources.
Registration is required and spaces are limited.