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Proactive Advising

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Created on May 24, 2023

Effective Academic Advising

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Proactive Advising

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Case Study

Jasmine is a 3rd year Math major at UC Riverside and has started her upper division courses. She has reached the calculus level of math in the first quarter of her junior year, and is beginning to struggle in class. She can’t seem to obtain a letter grade higher than a D in her exams and is beginning to experience academic insecurities and impostor syndrome. She is now at risk for academic probation and is afraid of failing and getting dismissed from the institution. As a first-generation Latina and oldest in her family, she has no one to guide her through this process on what to do and how to fix it. She decides to visit her academic advisor, Sandra, in hopes of finding a solution. Choose the best answers to demonstrate your ability to proactively advise Jasmine!

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QUESTION 01

How would you begin to tackle Jasmine’s situation?

After listening to Jasmine’s concerns, you try to identify factors that may be inhibiting her success. You draft a strategic framework to address those factors.

After listening to Jasmine’s concerns, you try to identify her talents and increase her awareness and appreciation of those assets. You encourage and help her to transform positive habits into strengths.

QUESTION 02

How would you address the academic challenges Jasmine is encountering in her calculus courses?

“I understand the challenges you are facing with this new class material, have you considered exploring other courses that meet the degree requirement? I wouldn’t want you to pass the add/drop deadline. You may consider visiting the math learning center to gain helpful 1:1 tutoring sessions and math guides.”

“I understand that this is a new topic you are learning so it is normal to have difficulties understanding it. Your feelings pertaining to the subject are valid but please don’t be discouraged, we will figure this out together. We can co-create an educational plan that can better support you with this class material. Perhaps we can visit the math tutoring center, check out UC Riverside’s MathDoc student based organization, visit office hours or join a study group with class peers.”

QUESTION 03

Since Jasmine is a first-generation student, how would you begin to navigate the discussion around careers?

You provide Jasmine with multiple resources and opportunities within Mathematics (student organizations, research opportunities, internships), as well as Career Services.

Because of her struggles with Calculus, you engage in a deeper discussion about her values and career interests with mathematics to see if she is still interested.

QUESTION 04

How would you address Jasmine’s personal concern being a first-gen student?

“I can direct you to my colleague who works at the first-gen center, Vanessa, who can provide additional support on all of the services offered for first-generation students at UCR. There is also a professional organization for mathematics and I can connect with one of the student leaders, they are accepting applications year-round.”

“UCR’s website provides a general resource center listing, but they should be listed in your syllabus as well. If you have your syllabus handy, we can take a look and see what may work for you. You can also contact the resource directly and let me know if you have any questions.”

QUESTION 05

How would you end the conversation?

“Thank you for coming in today Jasmine. I hope this session was helpful to you. If you have any more questions or would like to meet again, feel free to reach out through email or schedule another appointment with me. Let’s keep in touch.”

“Well Jasmine, it was so great meeting you today. I hope this session was helpful. Thank you for sharing your concerns with me. Feel free to access the resources we discussed today. Good luck!”

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