UAAC Summer Series

#slayyy Your Advising Game: Supporting Gen Z Scholars (7/15/24) 

• Presenters: Lauren Wong, Wai Yan Emma Wong (UC Davis)

Description: Today, academic advisors find themselves navigating a scholar population predominantly composed of Generation Z. Academic support has transcended traditional conversations about degree requirements. Now, more than ever, a comprehensive and holistic approach is essential. This presentation will delve into the distinct characteristics of Generation Z, exploring key cultural shifts that shape their experiences. We will explore advising and student engagement strategies informed by these shifts. A central theme of our discussion will be the recognition and implementation of authenticity, vulnerability, and empathy as superpowers – essential for building organic connections with Gen Z students. Furthermore, we will explore the importance of differentiated leadership, drawing insights from research on accessible language and the foundations of coaching. We will share practical approaches and innovative programming we implemented to foster a sense of personalized support for scholars on the UC Davis campus.

Unlocking the Nine: Enneagram Insights to a Thriving Workplace (with Advisor Networking Session!) (7/16/24)

• Presenters: Kelly Guerriero and Jordie Duncan (Sixth College)

Description: In the field of higher education, advisors are primarily focused on how to effectively work with students. While this is definitely a priority, it’s also important for advisors to know how to work well, as a team, with their colleagues. There are various ‘tests’ that can help us understand ourselves and others which results in the ability to better communicate, understand work styles, and thus to work more effectively together. Enneagrams are a system of personality types that helps one understand themselves and others. The American Journal of Psychiatry defines the system as “a personality theory describing nine strategies by which the psyche develops a worldview and relates to self and others”. Each enneagram type is represented on a geometric figure which shows connections between the 9 different types. This figure is broken up into 3 centers - The Feeling Center, The Instinctive Center, and The Thinking Center. Knowing one’s enneagram type allows us to have a better understanding of our motivators, strengths, liabilities, and ways on which we can improve.

Equality is not Equity: Meeting Student Advising Needs in Self-Identified Safe Space (7/17/24)

• Presenters from UC Riverside: Suzy A. Sharweed, Kirsten Edlefsen Alons, Elaine L Chacon, Holly A Easley, Victorino Moreira 

Description: Join our academic advising team for a talk on ways they tackled the question of how to create equitable advising practices focused on students’ sense of belonging and community. Designed as a panel discussion, they will share their best practices and experiences serving students with a focus on community-building strategies and meeting students in their self-selected safe spaces. With the shared vision of valuing students’ identities as fundamental to how we design our educational programming, the advising team identified ways we could create access and belonging, through this, the “on-site” advising model was developed. The team will explain the planning, implementation, and outcomes of this experience, and provide insights on how these practices can be easily implemented at your institutions.

Intrusive and Proactive: They’re not dirty words (7/25/24)

• Presenters: Jesselan Nehls & Katie Michel (Revelle College) 

Description: As many have written, intrusive advising is not about intruding where we are not wanted, but rather about anticipating student needs and reaching them before they are overcome by challenges (Varney, 2007; Varney, 2012; Earl, 1987; Cannon, 2017). Upcraft & Kramer (1995)explained this advising model as being actively concerned about students and willing to help them explore resources. Research shows that an intrusive advising model is effective for students who are at-risk, because students who feel someone cares are more likely to be successful(Backhus, 1989; Heisserer & Parette, 2002). While receiving a working guide of tips and best practices for intrusive/proactive advising, attendees will identify existing strategies in their home units.

The Advisor's Toolkit to Study Abroad (7/26/24)

• Presenter: Sarah Vatch (Study Abroad)

Description: UCEAP, Global Seminars, Global Exchange, OAP – do you have questions when students ask you about studying abroad? All advisors are welcome to attend this informative and interactive workshop where we will clarify what all those programs mean, talk about the advantages of studying abroad, perceived barriers, and how you can help students jump over them; devise communication and advising strategies to help encourage your students to go abroad, and share many more resources with you to carry in your "toolkit".

We Want all the Smoke! Defining Black Student Success with Purpose and Value (7/18/23)

• Presenter: Dr. Mya D Hines (Muir College)

Description: Thinking about how Black students define student success should be liberating but it could also be quite controversial. In historically and predominantly white institutions, the structural conditions of anti-Blackness are endemic to the college experience and can influence how students perceive student success. I personally struggled to think outside of the normative, social construction of student success. This research study helped me pursue a curious question as to whether Black undergraduate students had similar thoughts. In the face of anti-Blackness, Black undergraduate students must find ways to unapologetically express their understanding, knowledge, and perception of student success. The findings of my research illustrated that Black students constantly need to negotiate and renegotiate how to acknowledge the dominant narrative of student success imposed upon them and use their counter-narratives to center their voices as Black students. "We Want All the Smoke" is a high-level overview of a qualitative research study that interrogated the ways in which Black students defined student success. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to explore how and if the research studies' findings are applicable in their respective units and departments.

Note: An in-person networking opportunity will be available after the session with light refreshments.

Mental Health First Aid for Higher Education (7/19/23 + 7/21/23)

• Presenter: Racquel Morrison, MHFA Program Coordinator

Description: Official training from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. The Higher Ed training program will help you decrease stigma, address tough challenges, and allow your students, professors and other school faculty to show up fully in their daily lives and support those around them.

Learn more: download the MHFA for Higher Education one-pager. 

Exchange Students at UC San Diego: Understanding the Advising Needs of Education Abroad Program (EAP) and Global Exchange (GE) Students  (7/28/23)

• Presenters:  Gabi Hoffmann (ISPO), Andra Jacques (Global Initiatives), and Felicia Young (ISPO)

Description: Join ISPO and Global Initiatives to explore all there is to know about the university's exchange programs (inbound): the UC-wide Education Abroad Program (EAP) and UC San Diego's Global Exchange program (GE). We will go over the differences between these two programs, what challenges our international students on these programs typically face, as well as resources for advisors that will help support our EAP and GE students during their transformative time abroad at UC San Diego.

Mind on Your $$ and $$ on Your Mind (7/25/23)

• Presenter: Rashinda Hutchinson, Assistant Director – Financial Aid and Scholarships

Description: Have you ever worked with a student that has financial aid issues on their mind and it's causing them stress?? This session will help prepare you to better understand some of the financial aid challenges your students may be experiencing. Join me for a discussion on key financial aid dates, strategies for identifying students in need of financial aid assistance and ways to support students completing a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal.

Recording Link available in the Academic Advisors Handbook

Supporting Pre-Health Students with their Professions (7/26/23)

• Presenter: Ron Reyes, Associate Director of Career Development & Industry Engagement (Health Professions) from Career Center

Description: With a large number of students at UC San Diego seeking a healthcare profession, it is important to have a general understanding of major topics and challenges these students face. This presentation is intended to help give an overview of common challenges, and resources students have to help them navigate college as a Pre-Health student.

Recording Link available in the Academic Advisors Handbook

WTF?!?! What the Form? (7/20/23)

• Presenters: Veronica Abreu (Assistant Dean of Academic Advising, Revelle College) & Mony Chau (Undergraduate Student Affairs Advisor, Structural Engineering)

Description: "WTF - What the Form" is a presentation offered by our UAAC T&PD committee to support our college and department advisors. Have you ever reviewed a form and wondered “WTF?What am I supposed to be looking for?” This session will provide advisors with an overview of some of the most commonly missed items on various campus forms (i.e. double major petitions, VA enrollment forms, EPC’s, Readmission Proposals, etc). Additionally, we will provide participants with job aides to assist with future form reviews.

Recording Link available in the Academic Advisors Handbook 

The Advisor’s Toolkit to Study Abroad (7/18/22)

• Presenters: Sarah Vatch (Study Abroad Advisor), Kelly O'Sullivan Sommer (Director of Study Abroad, UC San Diego), Jay Minert (Director, Outreach & Academic Engagement)
• Slides available in the Academic Advisors Handbook 

Working Together for Transfer: Panel and Discussion (7/21/22)

• Presenters: Jackie Duerr, Ariana Huesias, and a transfer student panel (Triton Transfer Hub)

Latinx/Chicanx Academic Excellence Initiative (7/22/22)

• Presenters: Frank Silva (Associate Vice Chancellor Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)
• Slides available in the Academic Advisors Handbook 

Streamlining Study Abroad: How to Create a Pre-Approval Process (7/28/22) 

• Presenters: Rachel Rigoli (Study Abroad Office), Quynh Dieu (Cognitive Science), Camille Sta Elena (Biological Sciences), Andrea Willis (Computer Science & Engineering)
• Recording available in the Academic Advisors Handbook 

Disrupting the Deficit with Latinx Cultural Wealth (8/3/22)

• Presenters: Stephanie Pineda (Senior Academic Advisor, Seventh College)
• Recording available in the Academic Advisors Handbook  

Advising for the T in LGBTQIA+ (8/9/22)

• Presenters: Erica Kirk (Urban Studies & Planning)

Guardians of the Galaxy: Prioritizing Equity Work During Inequitable Times (8/12/22)

• Presenters: Mya D. Hines and Cindy Hsu (Muir College)

Advising the Generation of Tomorrow (8/16/22)

• Presenters: Jenn Coplea (Academic Achievement Hub, Teaching and Learning Commons)
• Recording available in the Academic Advisors Handbook 

Tips for Engaging & Maximizing Your Email Subscriber List in Higher Education (3/14/22

• Presenters: Megan Varela (Biological Sciences)

Description: Email marketing is not dead with Gen Z! This presentation will provide you with actionable strategies to engage your email newsletter subscribers. Learn how to analyze your data and re-promote the hot topics while creating visually appealing content for your students or other subscribers.

Intrusive and Proactive: They’re Not Dirty Words (Advising Principles) (3/17/22)

• Presenters: Jesselan Nehls & Katie Michel (Revelle College)

Description: As many have written, intrusive advising is not about intruding where we are not wanted, but rather about anticipating student needs and reaching them before they are overcome by challenges (Varney, 2007; Varney, 2012; Earl, 1987; Cannon, 2017). Upcraft & Kramer (1995) explained this advising model as being actively concerned about students and willing to help them explore resources. Research shows that an intrusive advising model is effective for students who are at-risk, because students who feel someone cares are more likely to be successful (Backhus, 1989; Heisserer & Parette, 2002). According to Finnie, et. Al (2017) proactive advising can be used to motivate students as well, particularly male students. Rajecki and Lauer (2007) and Jeschke, Johnson, and Williams (2001) found that intrusive advising led to higher student satisfaction with advising. There are several ways advisors can practice intrusive/proactive advising. These can include, but are not limited to: assigned caseloads; communication plans; individualized outreach; using various communication platforms; and early intervention. While receiving a working guide of tips and best practices for intrusive/proactive advising, attendees will identify existing strategies in their home units. Small groups will then discuss which types of outreach has been effective for their student populations and share ideas about proactive strategies to adopt.

A Tour de CAPS (3/17/22) 

• Presenters: Dr. Mojgan Jahan and Dr. Tiffany O'Meara (CAPS)

Description: Join Drs. Mojgan Jahan and Tiffany O'Meara as they discuss common student concerns and take you through a tour of CAPS services designed to address them. They will cover important topics such as how to schedule an individual appointment and how to access crisis services. You will learn about exciting new group therapy offerings as well as preventative programs through our Tritons Flourish initiative. We will conclude with a sample of a mindfulness exercise from our Tritons RISE Together workshops.

How to Grow Your Professional Profile (3/16/22)

• Presenter: UAAC & ODAPA

Description: If you’re looking for opportunities to advance your career and connections at UC San Diego, we highly recommend getting involved on a committee! In this session, you will learn about the various opportunities available to you and hear from leaders in those committees.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Intentionally Navigating Academic Advising Roles (7/15/21)

• Presenter: Mya Hines and Cindy Hsu (Muir College)

Description: Discover how Strengths-based Advising can be an enlightening resource to engage with students. Learn how Strengths-based Advising can help both students and advisors navigate a bureaucratic, political landscape. Create an environment for academic advisors to explore navigating their advising roles in a meaningful way.

uAchieve Exception Processing - From Basics to Batches and Beyond (7/20/21)

• Presenter: Ken Keziah, QA Analyst (Office of the Registrar)

Description: A review of entering exceptions with a focus on the top 10 exception types. Includes tips and tricks, a look at reports, overview of 'pseudo' what-if's, and where uAchieve is headed next. 

Military Affiliated Students - Benefits & Advising (7/22/21)

• Presenter: Lisa Linares (Office of the Registrar)

Description: A quick overview of VA/CalVet Benefits, advising your students & the VA eForm process.

Mindfulness in Advising (7/27/21)

• Presenter: Andrea Willis (Computer Science & Engineering)

Description: Academic advising requires a high level of awareness. Advisors are tasked with increasing administrative workloads outside of their advising relationships, and students are impacted not just by the stressors of academic life, but by the stressors of our world as well. Additionally, there is a large amount of key information and protocols that advisors must remember and employ tactfully while in advising conversations.Self care and mindfulness increase our present moment awareness- creating a gap between the information that we take in, and our own responses. Mindfulness isn’t just important for managing our own well being; it also makes us better at our jobs. When we are mindful and in the present moment while advising, we are able to: make connections and share information that will be useful for students on an individual level (rather than a one-size-fits-all approach),incorporate trainings and professional development (supporting students of concern, incorporating coaching questions, etc), and better manage our time and our own emotional responses.

The Advisor's Tool Kit to Study Abroad (7/29/21)

• Presenters: Sarah Vatch and Kelly O'Sullivan Sommer (Study Abroad)

Description: During this session you will learn about the study abroad office, what programs are offered, how our office has shifted our services since the pandemic, how advisors and staff can support our mission and goals, and how we worked through this most unique and challenging year. 

“Other Duties as Assigned”: Pandemic Caregiving (8/4/21)

• Presenter: Cindy Hsu, Hazelruth Adams and Liezel Labios

Description: Caregiving for children and elderly adults without a global pandemic is already stressful and challenging enough, yet caregiving during the pandemic has magnified the daily struggles of parents and caregivers in particular at our institution. The boundaries between personal and professional responsibilities have blurred. The systems of support and socialization have diminished. Staff with caregiving responsibilities are often asked to fulfill family and work responsibilities (“business as usual”) despite fundamental changes in our daily realities. In this presentation, we ask: What suggestions would staff with caregiving responsibilities share with their fellow staff members regarding the difficult teeter-totter involved in navigating work and family obligations? What are strategies and recommendations each of us (caregivers or not) can utilize to transform our campus culture into one that supports staff holistically, considering the realities and ways we can support caregiving staff, students and faculty particularly? Join us as we discuss these realities, find community, and discover how the Parents, Guardians & Caregivers Association (PGCA) at UC San Diego can be a resource!

Intrusive and Proactive: They’re Not Dirty Words (8/5/21)

• Presenter: Jesselan Nehls & Katie Michel (Revelle College)

Description: As many have written, intrusive advising is not about intruding where we are not wanted, but rather about anticipating student needs and reaching them before they are overcome by challenges (Varney, 2007; Varney, 2012; Earl, 1987; Cannon, 2017). Upcraft & Kramer (1995) explained this advising model as being actively concerned about students and willing to help them explore resources. Research shows that an intrusive advising model is effective for students who are at-risk, because students who feel someone cares are more likely to be successful (Backhus, 1989; Heisserer & Parette, 2002). According to Finnie, et. Al (2017) proactive advising can be used to motivate students as well, particularly male students. Rajecki and Lauer (2007) and Jeschke, Johnson, and Williams (2001) found that intrusive advising led to higher student satisfaction with advising. There are several ways advisors can practice intrusive/proactive advising. These can include, but are not limited to: assigned caseloads; communication plans; individualized outreach; using various communication platforms; and early intervention. While receiving a working guide of tips and best practices for intrusive/proactive advising, attendees will identify existing strategies in their home units. Small groups will then discuss which types of outreach has been effective for their student populations and share ideas about proactive strategies to adopt.

Financial Aid & Advising students: It Depends! (8/11/21)

• Presenter: Rosie Castaneda- Interim Financial Aid Director, Bronwyn Garrison-Assistant Director (Financial Aid and Scholarships)

Description: Join us to review important information as it relates to Academic Advising and Financial Aid and Scholarships. The presentation includes common questions related to financial aid impact on dropping units, Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid, repeating courses, and other resources to help us connect and help our students succeed!

A Transfer Receptive Culture and Advising (8/12/21)

• Presenter: Jackie Duerr (Triton Transfer Hub)

Description: This session will focus on complementing the services from advisors in the departments, programs, and colleges to ensure that the transfer student community is getting the early and individualized support it needs. Within this session, we will cover and apply relevant research as it relates to transfer students and their experiences with academic advising. Join us as we take a deep dive into what it means to cultivate a Transfer Receptive Culture (TRC) - a framework of transfer support which stems from a Critical Race theoretical perspective (Jain, Melendez & Herrera, 2020). Together, we will take what we learn and brainstorm and apply elements of TRC within the advising community at UC San Diego, identifying best practices and opportunities of growth. 

First Year Division I: Reflection & Moving Forward (8/18/21)

• Presenters: Mary Angell and Katie McGann (Intercollegiate Athletics)

Description: Join the Athletics Academic Staff to learn (or get a refresher) about NCAA academic eligibility rules, insight into the athletics certification process and how we use degree audits, and discuss the new DI initiatives that we have implemented this year (i.e. academic plans) and how we can improve those processes moving forward to best support our scholar-athletes.

The Summer Difference (8/3/21)

• Presenter: Renee Lee (Summer Session)

Description: Summer is coming! Summer planning process happens throughout the year, especially in Fall and Spring quarters.Learn all about Summer Differences and how best to support students who decide to enroll in Summer Session. Topics include: course planning, student behavior and mentality towards summer, enrollment & registration, financial aid, waitlists, & more!

Tips for Engaging & Maximizing Your Email Subscriber List in Higher Education (8/17/21)

• Presenter: Megan Varela and Jaime Estepa (Biological Sciences)

Description: Email marketing is not dead with Gen Z! This presentation will provide you with actionable strategies to engage your email newsletter subscribers. Learn how to analyze your data and re-promote the hot topics while creating visually appealing content for your students or other subscribers. 

Balancing Student Care and Self Care (7/7/20)

• Presenter: Doug Easterly (Dean of Advising, Muir College)

Description: As a student-centered institution, advisors are often called upon to support students not only through academic challenges, but through personal challenges. This workshop will discuss how to develop a sense of empathy, how to handle students in crisis, and how to set boundaries and care for yourself to avoid empathy fatigue and burnout.

The Advisor's Toolkit to Study Abroad (7/9/20)

• Presenters: Sarah Vatch (Advisor, Study Abroad), Sabrina Kaiser (Advisor, Study Abroad), Kelly O'Sullivan Sommer (Director, Study Abroad)

Description: An opportunity for new and seasoned advisors to learn about the UC San Diego Study Abroad office, connect with study abroad staff, network with fellow advisors, share best practices related to study abroad, and learn about funding opportunities to support study abroad.

Keep Calm....It's Major Exploration Time! (7/15/20)

• Presenter: Mya D. Hines (Senior Academic Advisor, Muir College)

Description: UC San Diego students (and students across this nation) face a lot of pressure to declare a major in a short amount of time, eradicating the opportunity for students to explore. Many students are looking for that one, perfect major when there may be multiple options that will help them achieve their academic and professional goals. This presentation will focus on best practices and strategies to advise the exploratory student. We'll be looking at what it means to be "exploratory", focus on the different types of exploratory students, and key strategies to help our students understand their options when deciding on a major. This will be an interactive, lively discussion.

Advising International Students (7/16/20)

• Presenters: Tricia Schueler (Assistant Director, International Students & Programs Office), Pauline Deguzman (Student Services Manager, International Students & Programs Office), Emily Stewart (International Student Advisor, International Students & Programs Office)

Description: International Student Advisors from the International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) will discuss trends and processes that impact international student in F-1 and J-1 status and how students, advisors and ISPO utilize the iPortal (ISPO's online request submission portal). Time will be allotted for questions and answers.

Supporting Foster Youth and Other Disconnected Youth (7/21/20)

• Presenter: Javier Arredondo (Hope Scholars Coordinator, OASIS)

Description: This presentation will provide information and statistics about foster youth and other disconnected youth on campus along with some perspective of some of the common internal and external struggles that they navigate. It will also cover key factors in supporting these students.

An Experiential Learning Opportunity for All Majors: Advising for the UCDC Program (7/23/20)

• Presenters: Jennifer Homrich (Internship Counselor, Teaching and Learning Commons), Natalie Ikker (Undergraduate Student Affairs Advisor, Political Science), Sabrin Said (Administrator of Academic Services, UCDC)

Description: The UC Washington Program, commonly known as UCDC, is an experiential learning opportunity for UCSD students that allows them to continue their studies and gain valuable on-the-job experience. UCDC is open to students in all majors looking to prepare for their professional careers in a wide variety of fields. UCDC participants have access to extraordinary internship opportunities in every field, such as communications, international affairs, art, and sciences. In addition, students have access to invaluable professional development resources through networking nights, career development workshops, and a UC alumni mentorship program.

Using Mindfulness to Advise Holistically (7/28/20).

• Presenter: Andrea Willis (Undergraduate Advisor, Computer Science and Engineering)

Description: Academic advising requires a high level of awareness. Advisors are tasked with increasing administrative workloads outside of their advising relationships, and students are impacted not just by the stressors of academic life, but by the stressors of our world as well. Additionally, there is a large amount of key information and protocols that advisors must remember and employ tactfully while in advising conversations.

Self care and mindfulness increase our present moment awareness - creating a gap between the information that we take in, and our own responses. Mindfulness allows us to not just to manage our own well being, but it also makes us better at our jobs. When we are mindful and in the present moment while advising, we are able to: make connections and share information that will be useful for students on an individual level (rather than a one-size-fits-all approach), incorporate trainings and professional development (supporting students of concern, incorporating coaching questions, etc), and better manage our time and our own emotional responses.

Supporting & Advising Division I Scholar-Athletes

• Presenters: Katie McGann (Senior Associate AD - Ethics, Compliance & Scholar-Athlete Success) and Mary Angell (Academic Success & Athlete Development Coordinator)

Description: In summer 2020, the University will transition to NCAA Division 1. This presentation will provide an overview of Division 1 academic eligibility requirements, how the Athletics Department is partnering with the College Advising offices, and information about advising as it relates to scholar-athletes. This is also an opportunity to teach advisors about the NCAA eligibility functionality of the degree audit that will go live later this year. This will include information about scholar-athletes' required academic plans.

Triton Transfer Ally Training -Self Paced Training

The estimated time for this training is two-hours, in which you will learn about diversity within the transfer student identity, early experiences of transfer students, strengths and barriers, and belonging and involvement patterns. Once you complete the full training you will join a community of Triton Transfer Allies, and receive: 

-Certificate of completion to show that you are a certified Triton Transfer Ally
-Triton Transfer Ally e-sticker
-Triton Transfer Ally pin (to be distributed in Fall)

Academic Advising Competencies (7/10/18)

• Presenter: Doug Easterly (Dean of Academic Advising, Muir College)

Description: Learn the basics of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) model of Academic Advising competencies. Using this model, we will discuss the competencies that make the foundation for understanding your role with students, how to assess the effectiveness of advising in your program, and your own opportunities to develop your skills.

Basic Integrated Student Information Systems (ISIS)  (7/11/18)

• Presenter Scott Rollans (Student Affairs Manager, Mathematics Department)

Description: A practical, participatory, function-based tour of the various modules and screens in the Integrated Student Information System (ISIS) of use to departmental advisors.  Topics include scheduling, academic history, enrollment management, and class information.

Student Data Reporting in Cognos (7/12/18)

• Presenter: Ryan Rose (Applications Developer, Administrative Technology Services)

Description: This training is for staff who would like to create reports on student data. It provides a chance to practice writing reports in a lab setting in Cognos. Topics covered include gaining access, filtering data, selecting report data, formatting output, saving reports, and scheduling report delivery. Good data security practices and governance will also briefly be covered, including the Information Governance Catalog and Glossary Anywhere tools used to understand the business meaning of and policies related to the data.

Gender-Inclusive Advising: Advising Transgender and Non-Gender Conforming Students (7/17/18)

• Presenters: Peper Anan (Senior Academic Counselor, Roosevelt College) and Shaun Travers (Director, LGBT Resource Center)

Description:  This session will 1) Discuss national and college-age trends in the transgender community, 2) Provide a primer on understanding the cultural nuances of the “T” in the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, 3) Explore the data that is currently being collected at the University of California system on our trans* students, 4) Use NACADA’s Core Values of Academic Advising as a basis for practice in reviewing case studies on possible advising scenarios with these students. Participants will walk away with practical, concrete tools for serving this emerging population.

The Basement: Open House (7/18/18)

Description: The Basement provides a collaborative space for all undergraduates, regardless of major, interested in social innovation and entrepreneurship.  With a wide variety of events that are open to students, alumni, and the general community, The Basement offers something for everyone. See how you can get involved by attending an open house exclusively for the UAAC community.   Explore the facility, meet with current Basement student teams, and learn ways to collaborate with The Basement to help foster interdisciplinary innovation.

Generation Z: Who Are They & What Does It Mean for Advising (8/2/18)

• Presenter: Sherry Mallory (Dean of Student Affairs, Revelle College)

Description:  Who are our entering students? And... what does it mean for advising? In this session, the presenter will share an overview of our newest generation of college students - Generation Z (students born after 1995) - and facilitate discussion on the implications for our work in advising and student affairs.

An Assessment Framework for Academic Advising (8/7/18)

• Presenter: Marlene Lowe (Director of Assessment & Evaluation)

Description: As academic advisors, how do you use what you learn from your practice to improve student learning? To improve the academic advising process? This interactive workshop session will provide academic advisors the opportunity to reflect on these questions and engage with the Assessment Cycle to gather and analyze evidence of success

Academic Advising: The Practice in an Era of Complexity (8/9/18)

• Presenter: Edwina Welch (Director of the Cross Cultural Center)

Description: It’s 3:30 in the afternoon on Thursday.  You had 8 appointments and 3 meetings in the last two days.  You have a few minutes to catch your breath as you prepare for tomorrow.  You reflect back on all the students and colleagues you have worked with over these two days and wonder with all that’s going on did my words and advice sink in?  Did students and colleagues take away what they most needed? What you intended?  This workshop will give insight and practical tools to explore this question.

Transforming Your Professional Brand Using LinkedIn (8/14/18)

• Presenter: Roxanne Farkas (Career Services Advisor)

Description: Curious about how to create your profile or add connections on LinkedIn?  Get tips for your LinkedIn profile and how to get started with networking for a successful job search.

• Presenters: Maribeth Erlich and Sarah Vatch, Programs Abroad Office

• Presenters:  Jonathan Whitman, Director, Provost IT Services Group and ERC Advising; Sarah Spear-Barrett, Dean of Academic Advising; Clare Harrington, Assistant Dean of Advising; Peper Anan, Senior Academic Counselor; Melissa Ellew, Senior Academic Counselor

• Presenter: Pam Harris, DARS Administrator, Office of Admissions/Registrar

• Presenters: Scott Rollans, Student Affairs Manager, Mathematics Department, and Kimberley Newmark, Assistant Registrar for Scheduling, Office of the Registrar

• Presenter:  Bill Haid, University Registrar

• Presenters:  Jessica Heredia and Nancy Wahlig, CARE at SARC

• Presenter:  Sherry Mallory, Dean of Student Affairs, Revelle College