ADVISOR TRAINING STUDENT INVOLVEMENT University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Advising is a unique opportunity to interact with UWM students outside of the traditional classroom setting. There are many benefits involved in advising: Making a difference in the lives of students & the UWM community Keeping aware of campus events Building community WHY BE AN ADVISOR?

UWM is home to over 300 student organizations categorized as: *Cultural*Departmental/Academic *Fraternity*Governing *Honor Society*Political *Professional*Recreational *Religious*Service *Social Action*Sorority *Sport Clubs THE BASICS

1)All registered student organizations must have an advisor who is employed at UW-Milwaukee. (Student Employees, Teaching, Research, or Graduate Assistants do not qualify). 2)Advisors may be chosen because of their academic backgrounds or by their personal interest. 3)Advisors are educators outside the classroom setting and a resource person for the organization. ORGANIZATION ADVISOR REQUIREMENTS

Advising is the practice through which student’s development can be directly encouraged. An advisor helps individuals identify choices and take responsibility for the choices they make. Your main function is that of an educator that provides information, presents alternatives, encourages responsibility, supports creativity, and challenges students to think and grow. The various hats of an advisor can be placed into three basic categories:  Program Oriented  Group Development Oriented  Liaison Oriented ADVISOR ROLES

I.Develop realistic goals for the academic year. II.Be aware of all plans and activities of the group and inform them of all university policies. III.Provide continuity within the group and be familiar with the history and constitution. IV.Assists in evaluating programs and provide constructive criticism. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADVISOR

Establish a clear understanding between yourself and the organization as to your role and function. It is the responsibility of the organization to communicate their needs to their advisor. Establish lines of communication and the best methods of communication. The President/Primary Leader should meet with you regularly to discuss matters and relay information. The President/Primary Leader should consult with you prior to any major changes in structure. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ORGANIZATION

RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE UNIVERSITY Here are some publications that can provide you with helpful information: Student Activity Guide Advisor’s Agreement Student Organization Manual Programming Manual Fund Raising Manual Segregated Fees Policy and Procedures

Literature 1)National Center for Student Leadership White Paper; “Risk Management for Student organization Advisors”. 2)National Center for Student Leadership; ‘Risk Management 101” 3)Advising e-newsletter sent out by Student Involvement RESOURCES

Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Office Phone Number Please contact Student Involvement for any questions