Advisor Mastery Program (AMP) Workshops

These workshops will focus primarily on advisor skill-building and knowledge-building. Potential topics include:

• Technical/Software/Administrative skills (Excel, TEAMS, ARGOS, reading high school transcripts, etc.)
• Advising approaches and best practices
• Legal/Ethical issues in advising
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Workshops will be offered twice a month, and will generally be worth 1 point (unless otherwise stated). Workshops will vary in terms of being offered in-person or via zoom.

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Presenters: Grace Groeger, Cassie Piggott

• Developmental Academic Advising
• Self-Authorship

Exploring Academic Advising Approaches: A Professional Development Series for Academic Advisors

This professional development series is designed to introduce academic advisors to various advising approaches that can enhance their effectiveness and foster student success. Each session in the series will delve into specific advising philosophies, offering both theoretical insights and practical applications.

Through interactive presentations, case studies, and group discussions, academic advisors will gain a deeper understanding of how these approaches can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of their student populations. The series will also provide opportunities for advisors to reflect on their current practices, share experiences with colleagues, and develop personalized strategies for integrating new approaches into their advising work.

By the end of the series, participants will have a comprehensive toolkit of advising methods that can be adapted to different student scenarios, empowering them to guide students more effectively through their academic journeys. This series is ideal for new and experienced advisors looking to expand their skills and stay current with best practices in the field.