nacada region 3 conference may 19, 2011. university of kentucky advising network history and...
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The Real-Life Social Network: Promoting
Teamwork Among Advising Professionals
NACADA Region 3 ConferenceMay 19, 2011
University of Kentucky Advising Network
History and development
Structure
Collaborations and programs
Research and benefits of the network
Future of the network
Overview
Inspired by NACADA presentation (1986) By-laws adopted (2003)
Support by Office of Undergraduate Education
Direct appropriation of $5,000 from Provost
History
Promote quality academic advising at the University of Kentucky.
Support the professional growth of academic advisors at UK.
Facilitate cooperation and exchange of information among persons who perform advising functions.
UK Advising Network Mission
Elected officers◦ Chair-elect, Chair, and Past Chair◦ Secretary◦ Treasurer◦ Public Relations Coordinator ◦ Events Coordinator
Committees ◦ Events, Awards, Elections, Technology
Current Structure
Regular Meetings Winter breakfast Ken Freedman Outstanding Advisor Award Day of Service Make A Difference Workshop
Programs
Ask-an-Advisor events (residence/dining halls)
House Calls (residence halls)
Webinars (NACADA, transfer, first gen)
Campus-wide informational resource
Brown Bag series
Professional Development (e.g., Kickoff event)
Campus Collaborations
Website
Newsletter August September October
Promotional items
Event programs
Listserv
Materials and Resources
Surveyed membership
38 respondents
Measuring our mission
Promotes quality academic advising at the University of Kentucky: 86.1% excellent or above average
Supports the professional growth of academic advisors at UK: 83.8%
Facilitates cooperation and exchange of information among advisors at UK: 97.4%
Research
“Fosters teamwork and collegiality.”
“Provides a mechanism for keeping advisors aware of information we need to effectively do our jobs.”
“Interaction and collaboration with other advisors on campus.”
“Gives us a voice in the campus community.”
Membership Has Its Benefits
Networking
Enhanced teamwork
Professional development
Advocacy for advising
Information sharing, being “in the loop”
Increased communication, consistency
Membership Has Its Benefits
“Knowing if I don't know the answer, there is someone who does.”
“Opportunity to establish contacts throughout the colleges to better serve my students.”
“Great for bringing advisors together, to talk about the issues that impact our students and us.”
Favorite Aspect of the Advising Network?
“Sharing information and ideas for the betterment of the University and its students.”
“Established community for advisors…people available to answer questions and offer support.”
“The food at our events is great!”
Favorite Aspect of the Advising Network?
Strategic Plan
Assessment of academic advising
Campus-wide advisor training program
Enhanced website
Future Vision
Matthew Deffendall [email protected]
Suanne Early [email protected]
Zach Fuqua [email protected]
Emily Sallee [email protected]
Ryan Sallee [email protected]
Questions? Contact us!
