Advisor Mastery Program (AMP) Workshops

These workshops will focus primarily on advisor skill-building and knowledge-building. Potential topics include:

• Technical/Software/Administrative skills (Excel, TEAMS, ARGOS, reading high school transcripts, etc.)
• Advising approaches and best practices
• Legal/Ethical issues in advising
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Workshops will be offered twice a month, and will generally be worth 1 point (unless otherwise stated). Workshops will vary in terms of being offered in-person or via zoom.

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Trauma-Informed Advising: Supporting Students with Empathy and Care 

This session focuses on the principles and practices of trauma-informed advising, equipping advisors with the skills to support students who may have experienced trauma. Participants will explore: 

• Understanding Trauma: The impact of trauma on student behavior, decision-making, and academic performance. 
• Core Principles of Trauma-Informed Practice: Safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, collaboration, and cultural humility. 
• Building Rapport with Sensitivity: Techniques for fostering open, supportive, and non-judgmental communication. 
• Recognizing and Responding to Signs of Trauma: Practical approaches for supporting students while respecting boundaries. 
• Campus and Community Resources: Identifying when and how to connect students with additional support services. 

Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, this session will empower advisors to create a supportive environment that promotes resilience and success for all students. 

This event will qualify as one in-house professional development opportunity toward the advisor progression plan (as well as for AMP certification).