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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National First-Generation College Student Advising Celebration

Hosted By: First-Generation College Student Advising Community

Thursday, November 7th | 2 p.m. central

Join us to honor the incredible work of academic advisors who support first-generation college students. This event is a chance to recognize and celebrate the dedication and impact of advisors in helping these students succeed. We’ll come together to share inspiring stories, explore new strategies, and build a stronger community. Let’s celebrate the difference you make in shaping their futures!

Panelist: Zachary Desjardins, University at Albany, SUNY; Dan Birch, University of Calgary; Shannon Sousa, Northeastern University; Brett Bruner, Wichita State University; Gloria Ramos-Cortes, University of the Incarnate Word; Daisy Guzman, USC Marshall School of Business; Jaime Ramanauskas, Rowan College South Jersey

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.

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.

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.

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.

Virtual Business Meeting - Social Justice Advising Community

Wednesday, October 16 | 2 p.m. central

The meeting will be lead by Social Justice Advising Community, Trayle Kulshan.

Members and non-member are invited to join the business meeting. You must register below to join the zoom meeting.

Advising Communities

National First-Generation College Student Advising Celebration

Hosted By: First-Generation College Student Advising Community

Thursday, November 7th | 2 p.m. central

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

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

Boosting Advising Productivity & Time-Saving Tips

Hosted By: Well-Being & Advisor Retention Advising Community

Wednesday, December 11 | 10 a.m. central

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.

Goal Setting: Taking Control Of Your Professional Development

Hosted By: First-Year Student Advising Community

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

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.

Virtual Business Meeting - Social Justice Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Small Colleges & Universities Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Student Athletes Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Business Majors Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Technology in Advising

Virtual Business Meeting - Probation, Dismissal, Reinstatement Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Advising Administration Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Well-Being & Advisor Retention Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Distance Advising for Online Education

Virtual Business Meeting - Peer Advising and Mentoring Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Assessment of Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Appreciative Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - First Year Student Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - High School to College Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Theory, Philosophy, & History Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Graduate & Professional Students Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Transfer Students Advising Community

Virtual Business Meeting - Adult Learners Advising Community

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