Expectation/Duties of Advisers

Adviser Expectations

At the Office of Student Development and Activities, the relationships students have with our advising team is critical to creating a vibrant campus community. We have articulated clear expectations you can have of our advising team. A brief synopsis is included below.

• Assess what level of advising function is necessary for each particular group or program.
   
• Clearly communicate University policies, procedures, and structures.
   
• Clearly identify your role and expectations as an advisor with the student group. Communicate services that the Student Development and Activities and Office of Multicultural Affairs provides.
   
• Facilitate communication with other University resources and key staff members that can also assist student organizations
   
• The responsibility for building the relationship must be shared between the advisor and the student group.
   
• Foster environments in which students feel respected, valued and convey concern for their welfare.
   
• When appropriate, assist the group in communicating with key stakeholders, both administrative offices and other student groups
   
• Assess institutional impact of events/services and communicate appropriate information to supervisor.
   
• Utilize knowledge of the group process and basic student development theories to assist guiding the student organizations.