Turning Stress into Success through Effective Academic Advising
Effective academic advising at SEMO relies on preparation and open communication to help students navigate stress, course selection, and workload, leading to a smoother path to academic success.
The Role of Preparation and Communication
In the ever-evolving landscape of academic advising, the experiences of students at SEMO highlight the critical role effective communication and preparation play in transforming stress into success.
Advisors' Preparation
Advisors prepare for advising by gathering information about each student and their academic journey. For example, Mass Media Advisor Michael Simmons uses Degree Works to gather information about students' credits in their major and/or minor.
- Simmons gathers information about the classes a student has completed
- He also checks what is yet to be done for their major/minor
- Additionally, he verifies whether the student has completed their gen Ed requirements before their advising appointment
Simmons stresses the importance of having a sit-down, in-depth meeting with your advisor.
Author's summary: Effective advising transforms stress into success.