Advising Chats

Advising Chats serve as professional development opportunities for members to connect, share, network, and learn. We strive to offer a variety of topics that might include theory-to-practice scholarship, resources and programs, and advising practices.

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Modality and Accessibility

The modality choice for any given Advising Chat is first determined by presenter preferences. For sessions that are offered in a virtual or hybrid format, it is then up to the discretion of the presenter whether we will record that session as we would like to honor their time, labor, and comfort level. We will do our best to advertise whether or not a session will be recorded in advance; however, know that sometimes these decisions change for a variety of reasons. Also know that many of our Advising Chats are interactive in nature, so you may gain more from a session by attending live, as you are able.

Spring 2026 Advising Chats

The Connection Project: Finding belonging and fighting loneliness in one class

Facilitator: Colleen Discoll
Date: February 3, 2026
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: Join us to learn more about The Connection Project (TCP), a 1-credit class graded A-F, where students are only graded on attendance (aka no homework, assignments, quizzes, or exams!). TCP is an evidence-based program that has demonstrated a decrease in loneliness and depressive symptoms and an increase in belonging for students who participate. During the chat, you will get to participate in a few TCP activities, learn more about the course structure and research behind it, and determine what students might be a good fit and how to refer them to the course.

Get Involved with NACADA!

Facilitator: Rachel Hall
Date: April 8, 2026
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising is an international professional association that supports and provides resources for academic advisors and other student support professionals. In this session, we will discuss the mission and structure of NACADA and explore various opportunities to get involved. Session attendees will learn about regional activities and leadership, Advising Communities, Advisory Board Chairs, the NACADA Council, the Board of Directors, the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP), conferences, and publications.