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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This session is designed to guide academic advisors through the process of creating a compelling and comprehensive progression portfolio. Participants will learn how to document their professional growth, showcase their contributions to student success, and align their achievements with institutional goals.  

Topics include:  

• Portfolio Components: Key elements such as advising philosophy, student impact, professional development, and service contributions.  

• Highlighting Achievements: Strategies for effectively presenting data, narratives, and artifacts that demonstrate your advising impact.  

• Reflection and Storytelling: Techniques to articulate your growth and align your work with the institution’s mission.  

• Organizing Your Portfolio: Best practices for structuring and formatting your submission for clarity and professionalism.