Advice for incoming Grad students: from academics to wellness

  Before attending graduate school, students may feel intimidated entering into a new stage of education. Here are some tips on how to ensure a smooth transition and overall positive experience. Students should have a reason for choosing graduate school before making a final decision, said Jackie von Spiegel, manager of the Dennis Learning Center […]

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A little while ago, I worked with students and staff at Manchester on a conversation model that could help academic advisors and advisees to get the most out of the time they have together. I finally wrote it up! It's meant to centre the student voice in the converstaion. https://www.unabridgedopinions.com/blog/a-little-more-conversation-the-model
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a little more conversation (to lead to action) — Unabridged Opinions

The conversation model for advising

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@kevinrmcclure I was involved in an initiative to create a career ladder for #AcademicAdvising at a large public urban university. It happened. Total time from proposal to implementation? 10 years.
A thoughtful podcast ‘chat’; between John N Gardner (USA) and EmilyMcIntosh (UK) via the #JohnGardnerInstitute about #studentsuccess and #thirdspace - worth a listen if you are working in #educationaldevelopment #academicdevelopment #facultydevelopment #academicadvising or other third space roles in #highered https://bit.ly/3ffIvMt
Episode 30 - Emily McIntosh The Third Space - Office Hours with John Gardner

Dr Emily McIntosh is Director of Learning, Teaching and Student Experience at Middlesex University, London, UK.  Emily’s role at Middlesex involves cross institutional leadership for learning and teaching, including student transition, technology ...

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I expect to be more involved in faculty development re: #academicadvising in the spring. Anyone have good #academic research on #needsassessment or other relevant topics I must know ahead of time? Small private, teaching intensive institution.