Academic Advisor

Position Summary:

The Academic Advisor provides guidance and support to students in their academic journey.

This includes helping students select courses, create academic plans, understand institutional policies, and navigate any academic challenges they may face.

The Advisor works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other campus resources to ensure students meet their academic goals and are prepared for post-graduation success.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Advising:

Provide one-on-one advising to undergraduate, graduate, or professional students on academic requirements, policies, and procedures.

Assist students in selecting courses, creating academic schedules, and identifying potential career paths.

Guide students in setting academic goals, assessing their strengths and challenges, and creating action plans.

Monitor student progress and provide ongoing support, ensuring students stay on track for graduation.

Student Support and Retention: Support at-risk students by offering counseling and referrals to appropriate resources, such as tutoring, counseling, or academic workshops.

Foster student engagement by encouraging participation in academic and extracurricular activities. Implement retention strategies and programs to help improve student success rates. Collaboration:

Collaborate with faculty, department heads, and other academic advisors to ensure students receive holistic support.

Maintain effective communication with academic departments to stay informed about curriculum changes, policies, and academic opportunities.

Work with career services to connect students with internship, employment, and networking opportunities.

Policy Interpretation and Advising: Stay current on institutional policies, procedures, and academic programs, and interpret them for students.

Ensure students are aware of degree requirements, graduation policies, and any academic deadlines.

Provide advice to students on probation or those facing academic suspension or dismissal.

Data Management and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records in advising systems, documenting advising sessions, progress, and action plans.

Prepare and analyze reports on student progress and academic performance to assess advising effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Workshops and Events:

Organize and participate in workshops, orientation sessions, and academic planning events for students. Assist with the development and delivery of programs to enhance students' academic and personal development.

Interview - Virtual mode - MS Teams