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Student survey reveals gaps in core academic advising functions

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: Locksley Knibbs, lead academic adviser for students studying the natural sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University, knows that advisers take on different roles to serve the whole student: mentor, advocate, mediator, coach. “We advise you based on the curriculum or the degree that you have declared on your record.

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Morgan State Receives $1.5M Acceleration Grant Targeting Student Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The grant is expected to serve the Morgan State’s Division of Enrollment Management and Student Success, which provides support to guide students through enrollment and academic processes like managing financial aid and academic advisement.

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Marquette University Receives $1.25 Million to Bolster Prison Education Program

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The money will mostly go toward staffing – directors, program managers, academic advisers, and peer mentors – and student resources, such as books, school supplies, and transportation, Wheelock said. million award marks Mellon’s second contribution to the program.

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A Registrar’s View: Will You Graduate?

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Johnson Finding the balance of what is on the academic records, juxtaposed with irregular course offerings, is a challenge that many registrar offices battle leading up to this important demarcation in their students’ lives. All institutions of higher learning have the source of truth in the form of an academic catalog or bulletin.

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Transforming Academic Advising: How AI Technology Can Support and Streamline Education

Knowledge Avatars College

Transforming Academic Advising: How AI Technology Can Support and Streamline Education Emiliano for E… Wed, 04/10/2024 - 17:52 In today's technology-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing a range of industries, and education is no exception.

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Working Smarter: Leveraging Digital Tools for Student Advising

The Scholarly Teacher

Sara Churchill , University of Nebraska at Omaha Erica Rose , University of Nebraska at Omaha Key Statement: Using digital tools in advising helps create efficiencies in communication, information sharing, and time management, which allows more time for building relationships.

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Empowering Student Success: Enhancing Student Information and Academic Advising

Creatrix Campus

Empowering Student Success: Enhancing Student Information and Academic Advising editor Tue, 03/12/2024 - 03:05 Welcome to our insightful guide, 'Empowering Student Success: Enhancing Student Information and Academic Advising.' Work closely with students to address academic challenges and career goals.