Time Management Techniques For Academic Advisors: Making The Most Of Each Session

Description  Overview “An academic advisor is not someone who simply hands you a schedule and calls you in if your grades are slipping; far from this being the case, the reach and influence of an advisor are greater and more important. Advisors are professionals advocate for students progressing through the academic system known as higher education.” – Florida National University Today's academic advisors play a pivotal role in guiding students towards graduation efficiently and effectively. Their advice is crucial for student success, especially as student retention becomes a top priority and the cost of a college degree rises. The importance of academic advisors is increasingly recognized, reflecting their critical impact on students' academic journeys. However, as the advisor-to-student ratio grows at many institutions, advisors must work on maximizing their effectiveness with limited time per student. This evolving trend demands that academic advisors optimize every interaction with their advisees, focusing on the most impactful aspects of the advising process. This interactive session empowers academic advisors to maximize their time with students by exploring evidence-based best practices and practical applications. Objectives Review the general components of an effective academic advising session.  Review the general characteristics of today’s college students. Explore proven strategies for time management during academic advising sessions.  Discuss what can be done before an academic advising appointment to maximize the session's effectiveness. Identify what information should be provided to students before the advising session. Identify what information students should be asked to bring to the advising session. Explore evidence-based best practices in facilitating an effective and efficient academic advising session. Examine mechanisms for keeping the academic advising session on track when students digress into unrelated and/or irrelevant topics.  Critique real-life examples of effective and ineffective ways of facilitating an academic advising session when limited time is allocated.  Who Should Attend Academic Advisors & Administrators Career Counselors & Coaches   Enrollment Management Professionals Faculty Members with Advising Responsibilities Student Services & TRIO Professionals Alumni Services/Placement Professionals Student Financial Aid Counselors Admissions & Orientation Professionals