Graduate program faculty and staff advisors are an integral part of student success at the master’s and doctoral levels. The purpose of this article is to provide graduate student advisors with three specific strategies for positively influencing graduate students’ progress towards graduation: setting clear expectations, having periodic progress meetings with students, and serving as advocates for students.
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Working in advising can be tough. Sometimes it’s good to hit the “refresh” button to motivate continued progress in one’s own professional career. At the NACADA Summer Institute, the author found inspiration as well as opportunities for learning and networking. The weeklong experience is something she will never forget.
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