Training & Meetings
How we gather
There are several meeting coordinated through University Advising and Outreach unit to ensure that members of the Advising Network are kept update about Student Success efforts and on-going community development.
Through this practices of gathering we aim to break down the silos in our community.
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Meetings
Advising Network Meetings
Purpose: Community of practice Ensure group cohesion of members across the Advising Network to drive execution of Student Success strategies. Collaborate engagement relationship quality important.
Format: Virtual or In-Person Community of practice, generating recommendations for change positional level. Exchanging group knowledge such as workshops, and small group discussions.
Frequency: Three times a semester
Example: Student Experience Project
Town Halls
Purpose: To share updates and announcements that inspires (or prevents) action.
Format: 1-hour virtual meetings. Led by Advising Central staff Unit. Community Check-in and Q & A
Frequency:Scheduled for about every three weeks.
Example: Summer Town Halls
Semester Kickoff
Purpose: Setting the charge for the members of the advising profession for Fall and Summer Academic terms. Alignment of University priorities and professionals practice. Secure commitment to implementing of the University Advising plan.
Format: Varies based on needs
Frequency: Academic Year twice a year.
Examples:
- Strategic Planning
- Advising Student Success Plan
- Big picture alignment
Trainings
Expectations: Participants may be there by choice, or they may be required to attend training by their supervisor
Purpose: To exchange knowledge and skills. Relationship quality unimportant.These are pure transfers of information from one group to the next. The session involves the trainer telling participants what they believe they need to learn in the context of their Advising role.
Format: Training session formats vary widely. 3 days between the hours of 10-4p . Sessions align with Professional Advancement Model.
Frequency: Fall and Spring semesters
Examples:
- new hire trainings
- skill building workshops
Expectations: Attendance by participants is determined by individual needs and developmental objectives
Purpose: The ongoing development and technical training for individual staff are centered around CSU Advising Competencies. This initiative is designed to promote collaboration, facilitate knowledge sharing, and enhance skill development among participants throughout the academic year.
Format: 45 -60 minute sessions. These sessions blend social elements with content delivery, featuring a style that can be either relaxed or structured, catering to the diverse preferences of participants.
Frequency: Periodically throughout the semester.
Examples:
- Advising Brunch and Learns
- Navigate Office Hours
- Department or Program Presentations