Academic Advising
Syllabus
Advisor Information
Heather Asmus
Spirit Lake Campus Supervisor / Advisor
712-336-6561
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, or by
appointment
Advising Framework
Philosophy:
Academic advising is an ongoing collaboration between advisor and advisee. It is an intentional and interactive process
that requires commitment and participation from both the advisor and
advisee. The advising partnership will
focus on achieving learning outcomes, promoting academic success, and pursuing
identified goals.
Advising Curriculum:
Academic advising is teaching, designed to complement learning and instruction
both in and out of the classroom.
Expectations
Advisor
Responsibilities:
·
Effectively communicate curriculum, graduation
requirements, and policies of the college
·
Provide a safe and confidential environment in
which you may share your aspirations, concerns, interests, successes and
challenges.
·
Support and encourage your success academically,
personally, and professionally
·
Assist in developing realistic goals and
identifying personal learning styles
·
Address immediate academic needs and concerns by
suggesting strategies / resources for a successful resolution
·
Provide appropriate assessment, interpretation,
and discussion of assessment results
·
Provide appropriate referrals as needed
·
Support the development of critical thinking and
problem-solving skills
Advisee
Responsibilities:
·
Demonstrate commitment to your education at Iowa
Lakes Community College
·
Schedule and attend 2 (minimum) advising
appointments each semester
·
Frequently check your Iowa Lakes email account,
and respond to communications from your advisor / faculty
·
Arrive at advising appointments prepared with
questions, topics of discussion, and appropriate materials
·
Discuss all scheduling decisions and changes
before taking action
·
Communicate with your advisor when you are
facing challenges. Do not assume your
advisor will figure out the problem on his or her own.
Advising Outcomes:
·
Students will develop an education plan for
successfully achieving individual goals and completing their program of study.
·
Students will be able to identify and hone their
individual learning strengths.
·
Students will understand how an associate’s
degree will benefit their long-term goals.
·
Students will possess the necessary skills and
confidence for self-advocacy.
·
Students will be able to accurately read a
degree audit
·
Students will be aware of various resources and
services offered at Iowa Lakes Community College
·
Students will understand processes and policies
of Iowa Lakes Community College
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