Advising Communities

NACADA Advising Communities provide members the opportunity to engage with other professionals in areas such as similar institution types, academic areas, interests, or student populations. All current members can join up to 4 Advising Communities. All Communities are involved in:

Advancing NACADA’s strategic goals
Proposing and facilitating professional development activities around Community topics to engage members
Providing resources to advance the professional development of members while focusing on the specific area of the Community

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Post-Election Social Justice Coffee Chat

Hosted By: Social Justice Advising Community

Monday, November 25 | 1 p.m. central

We will provide a safe space to reflect on the current social justice climate, with attention to collective care for sustainable justice movements.

Panelist: Tyler Morgan-Rhea & Trayle Kulshan

Members: Be sure to login to access the session.

The Zoom link will GO LIVE 15 minutes before the start of the event. Membership status of all attendees will be verified prior to being admitted into the event. Early arrival to the event is strongly encouraged to ensure that you are able to be admitted prior to the start of the event.

Working with Institutional Research Colleagues to Integrate Institutional Data into your Advising Assessment

Hosted By: Assessment of Advising Advising Community

Wednesday, December 4th | 2 p.m. central

Most institutions have an Office of Institutional Research, Institutional Analysis, or Institutional Effectiveness. Although the focus of these offices can vary, the individuals who work there are your go-to resource for official institutional data. Join us for a discussion of strategies for collaborating with institutional researchers, how to access your institution’s official data, and how to integrate official institutional data into your advising assessment.

Presenters: Jen Hodges, Doña Ana Community College; Paul Higgerson, University of Florida

Members: Be sure to login to access the session

The Zoom link will GO LIVE 15 minutes before the start of the event. Membership status of all attendees will be verified prior to being admitted into the event. Early arrival to the event is strongly encouraged to ensure that you are able to be admitted prior to the start of the event.

Looking At Spring Transfer Students: What Can We Do To Help Them More?

Hosted By: Transfer Students Advising Community

Thursday, December 5th | 2 p.m. central

Transfer students who begin in the fall typically have a range of opportunities to connect with peers and ease their transition. However, those starting in the spring often face a bumpier adjustment. Join us to discuss strategies for supporting mid-year transfer students on your campus, or share any ideas you have that you’d like to put into action..

Panelist: Elizabeth Guimond, River Valley Community College

Members: Be sure to login to access the session.

The Zoom link will GO LIVE 15 minutes before the start of the event. Membership status of all attendees will be verified prior to being admitted into the event. Early arrival to the event is strongly encouraged to ensure that you are able to be admitted prior to the start of the event.

Transitions from Undergrad to Professional School in Health Professions

Hosted By: Graduate and Professional Students

Monday, December 9th | 1 p.m. central

This panel brings together undergraduate pre-health advisors and graduate/professional school advisors to explore the critical transition from undergraduate education to professional health programs. Our panelists will discuss key advising strategies, address common challenges students face in this journey, and share insights into aligning undergraduate preparation with professional school expectations.

Panelist: David Owen, Indiana University Bloomington; Kelly Brown, University of Utah ; Heather Hall, Colorado State University; Kathleen Vandyke, Texas A&M University

Members: Be sure to login to access the session.

Boosting Advising Productivity & Time-Saving Tips

Hosted By: Well-Being & Advisor Retention Advising Community

Wednesday, December 11 | 10 a.m. central

Ready to work smarter, not harder? Join us for a beneficial event on "Boosting Advising Productivity & Time-Saving Tips" focused on amplifying your productivity with tips and tricks! Learn clever techniques like keyboard shortcuts, effective use of out-of-office messages, and creating handy Outlook templates. Learn how to streamline your workflow with organized bookmarks, Word documents for storing frequently used resources, and useful Excel shortcuts. Plus, engage with fellow advisors as they share their favorite productivity hacks. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your efficiency and make your workday smoother and more enjoyable!

Panelist: Diana ‘Di’ Dingman, Indiana University

Members: Be sure to login to access the session.

The Zoom link will GO LIVE 15 minutes before the start of the event. Membership status of all attendees will be verified prior to being admitted into the event. Early arrival to the event is strongly encouraged to ensure that you are able to be admitted prior to the start of the event.

What is the Liberal Arts?

Hosted by: Liberal Arts Advising Community

Wednesday, December 11 | 2 p.m. central

The liberal arts offer students a distinctive education that promotes understanding of self and the world around them and alignment with a purpose that extends beyond individual gain. Advisors can support student outcomes through an aligned student-centered model of advising that leverages the inherent exploratory nature of the liberal arts, helping students increase their comfort with uncertainty and promoting their self-discovery. This workshop will present a history of the liberal arts, with practical exploration of advising methods that are aligned with the traditions and goals of a liberal arts education.

Panelists: Lauren Sinclair, Loyola Marymount University

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The Zoom link will GO LIVE 15 minutes before the start of the event:

Goal Setting: Taking Control Of Your Professional Development

Hosted By: First-Year Student Advising Community

Wednesday, December 18th | 11 a.m. central

This hands-on workshop will guide attendees through developing a professional goal related to supporting first-year students. During the workshop, attendees will have an opportunity to set a goal, discuss goals in small groups to generate action steps, create an action plan, evaluate roadblocks, and identify areas for support/accountability.

Panelist: Micalena Sallavanti, Drexel University

Members: Be sure to login to access the session.