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   Please join us for our 1/2 Day 
 Academic Advisement Workshop!

  	 Friday, June 8, 2012

•	Registration (coffee & bagels) 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 
Bldg. 9 Lobby – 1st floor
•	Session #1:  8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
•	Session #2:  10:15 a.m. – end
•	Luncheon:   12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
		     Forum (Bldg. 3-130)

“Knowing is not enough, we must apply.
Willing is not enough, we must do.”
		--Goethe

 

•	Review the attached list of workshops.
	
•	Return attachment to Michele Vitale (Counseling and Advising Center)
	Bldg. 1-231 or mvitale@monroecc.edu to RSVP and indicate your workshop selections.

Questions, please call:
	
Denise Klein (x2295), dklein@monroecc.edu

ADV 008, FINANCIAL AID COURSE ELIGIBILITY (FACE)
This workshop will explain the various student issues that have arisen since we implemented FACE.  Learn how you can assist your students by ensuring that they are in financial aid compliance.  

ADV 101, INTRODUCTION TO ADVISEMENT
This workshop is designed to present faculty members the basic skills and tools used in academic advising.  Some of the topics discussed include the advising process, the role of the advisor, appropriate course placement, course sequences, CAPP (Curriculum, Advising and Program Planning), placement testing, and audit forms.  You are encouraged to attend to learn more about academic advising or to refresh your basic skills.

ADV 102, INTRODUCTION TO ACCUPLACER
This workshop will provide information on the placement testing process at the College.  The presenter will interpret test scores, course placements (required, recommended, TRS), and demonstrate how to utilize this information to assist students in planning a schedule of courses consistent with their demonstrated academic abilities.

ADV 103, CAPP (Curriculum, Advising and Program Planning)
CAPP is the computerized student degree evaluation.  Learn how to view, interpret and print this compliance so you can assist students in the advisement process. Learn what an attribute is, why they are important and how you can search for them in the master schedule of course offerings.

ADV 106, I DON’T KNOW HOW TO BEGIN!
Are you comfortable talking with a new advisee?  Do you know helpful questions to ask students and what their answers are telling you?  This course will help you solicit useful information to appropriately advise students.

ADV 111, ACADEMIC HISTORY & THE IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY
This workshop will help you to understand how a student’s academic history can impact Financial Aid.

ADV 115, HEALTH RELATED PROGRAM INFORMATION
This workshop will review the competitive admission process of MCC’s allied health programs (Nursing, Radiological Technology, Dental Assisting, and Dental Hygiene) in relation to advisement.  Faculty will gain a better understanding of the prerequisites, quality point classes, and selection process. 

ADV 121, CHOOSING THE FIRST MATHEMATICS COURSE
This workshop focuses on the information and tools faculty advisors need to determine the first mathematics course which students should take based on a mathematics placement level and requirements for degree programs. A redesigned and updated advising flowchart is used to share general advice and special tips for various scenarios.

NEW

ADV 124, DYNAMICS OF ADVISING VETERAN STUDENTS
This workshop is designed to assist faculty in recognizing the unique challenges faced by current and former members of the armed forces as they embark on college coursework.  The session will provide an overview of military culture, available educational benefits, and common transition issues.  Case studies will illustrate effective methods for assisting this student population.

ADV 125, CAREER AND PERSONAL COUNSELING CENTER SERVICES
This workshop is designed to assist faculty in recognizing and making referrals to the Counseling Center for students with personal and/or career decision making issues.

ADV 126, INTRODUCTION TO THE CAREER CENTER SERVICES
This presentation will introduce faculty to the wealth of career, transfer, and job search services available to MCC students and alumni.  The presentation will be held in the Career Library, Room 3-108.

ADV 165, 2+2 ADVISING; WHAT YOU NEED TO ADVISE 2+2 STUDENTS
What is the advantage of a 2+2 program? How do you know if a student is eligible? Can 2+2 students take honors courses?  This workshop is designed to provide a better understanding of the 2+2 programs available at MCC and how to advise those students interested in this option.  Topics to be discussed include: eligibility, audit sheets, and other important advising tips.  This workshop will clarify some of the confusing dilemmas faced when advising 2+2 students.

ADV 182, SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION
How do these requirements impact you as a faculty advisor?  This workshop will explain the SUNY general education commitment at MCC historically, as well as discuss present and future implications.  Included in this workshop is a discussion on waiver criteria.

NEW

ADV 196, UNDERSTANDING THE “INTERNATIONAL STUDENT” IN YOUR CLASSROOM OR 			   ADVISEMENT SESSION
The term “International Student” is many times misunderstood.  In this session you will learn the definitions and differences between: the non-immigrant F-1 international student (and other visa categories), the immigrant student (generally referred to as the ESOL student), and the undocumented student.  Additionally, you will learn:  Areas of advisement concerns; support services available for each population; common cultural adjustment matters in the classroom; and how the immigration regulations may impact a student in your classroom/advisement session. 
 
ADV 200, HUMAN DEVELOPMENTAL MODELS AS APPLIES TO DEVELOPMENTAL ADVISEMENT I
Academic Advising is a developmental process which assists students in the clarification of their life and career goals and in the development of educational plans for the attainment of these goals.  This workshop reviews developmental verses prescriptive advising, ideas on the "whole" student, student development theory and concepts, and the roles of the advisor and advisee.  It is designed for those who want to further refine their advising skills.

ADV 203, UNDERSTANDING THE UNDECIDED STUDENT AND TECHNIQUES FOR ADVISEMENT
The overwhelming challenges involved in advising undeclared students can be frustrating.  This workshop will increase your understanding of the undeclared college student and provide you with techniques, strategies and resources to improve your advising skills with this population.  Case studies will be used to illustrate how to assist these students.

	Name ___________________________________________ Dept _________________________   Ext________
	
Workshop Check-In is located in Bldg. 9 – 1st Floor Lobby starting at 8:00 a.m. on June 8th

	__________	Yes, I plan on attending Session #1 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
 	__________	Yes, I plan on attending Session #2 from 10:15 a.m. – end
	__________	Yes, I plan on attending the luncheon from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Forum – Bldg. 3-103)

Please indicate which sessions you are interested in attending.  (Rank two preferences in EACH session).
	     	Session One: 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.			    Session Two: 10:15 - End
______ ADV 102	INTRODUCTION TO ACCUPLACER
______ ADV 103	CAPP (Curriculum, Advising and Program Planning)
______ ADV 106	I DON’T KNOW HOW TO BEGIN!
______ ADV 111	ACADEMIC HISTORY & THE IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AID 				  ELIGIBILITY
______ ADV 121	CHOOSING THE FIRST MATHEMATICS COURSE
______ ADV 124	DYNAMICS OF ADVISING VETERAN STUDENTS
______ ADV 125	CAREER AND PERSONAL COUNSELING CENTER SERVICES
______ ADV 126	INTRODUCTION TO THE CAREER CENTER SERVICES
______ ADV 165	2+2 ADVISING; WHAT YOU NEED TO ADVISE 2+2 STUDENTS
______ ADV 182	SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION
______ ADV 196	UNDERSTANDING THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT  IN YOUR 				  CLASSROOM OR ADVISEMENT SESSION 
______ ADV 200	HUMAN DEVELOPMENTAL MODELS AS APPLIES TO 				  DEVELOPMENTAL ADVISEMENT I
______ ADV 203	UNDERSTANDING THE UNDECIDED STUDENT AND TECHNIQUES 			  FOR ADVISEMENT	______ ADV 008	FINANCIAL AID COURSE ELIGIBILITY (FACE)
______ ADV 101	INTRODUCTION TO ADVISEMENT
______ ADV 102	INTRODUCTION TO ACCUPLACER
______ ADV 103	CAPP (Curriculum, Advising and Program Planning)
______ ADV 115	HEALTH RELATED PROGRAM INFORMATION
______ ADV 121	CHOOSING THE FIRST MATHEMATICS COURSE
______ ADV 124	DYNAMICS OF ADVISING VETERAN STUDENTS
______ ADV 126	INTRODUCTION TO THE CAREER CENTER SERVICES
______ ADV 165	2+2 ADVISING; WHAT YOU NEED TO ADVISE 2+2 STUDENTS
______ ADV 203	UNDERSTANDING THE UNDECIDED STUDENT AND TECHNIQUES 			  FOR ADVISEMENT	

PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM TO MICHELE VITALE (Bldg. 1-231) or x2299 or mvitale@monroecc.edu (Counseling and Advising Center) by Friday, June 1st. 

You will receive confirmation of your registration and session assignments by Thursday, June 7th 
via e-mail.

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