ADV 102 New KAAT Syllabus

K-State Academic Advisor Training

ADV 102 is a workshop-style class series designed for new advisors to review student scenarios and develop new practices. Learning outcomes strengthen knowledge of K-State's advising vision, mission, and expectations.

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Develop best practices
Review student scenarios
Participate in mentorship

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes of ADV 102 include, but are not limited to:

  • Demonstrate ability to address University policies and procedures with students.
  • Proficient in key advising systems and platforms.
  • Accurately document student interactions in Navigate.
  • Match student needs with student resources.
  • Understand NACADA foundations.
  • Engage proactively at key touchpoints during academic term.
  • Learn from advisors across the university through mentorship.

Credit and Attendance

  • Successful completion of this class will result in HRIS credit and the New KAAT Foundational Certificate.
  • Successful completion entails missing no more than 1 class meeting per semester* and full participation in the professional mentoring assignment.

*If you will miss a class, please let me know ahead of time if possible. I will work with you to make sure you get the missed content.

Class Schedule

Semester 1 (Aug. - Dec. 2026)

 

Date and Time

 Location Topic
August 19, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Welcome, class overview, ice breakers
September 2, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Receive mentor match; review expectations and set goals
September 16, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Academic policy and calendar review through scenarios
September 30, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 KSIS and Navigate tips and tricks; note-taking 101
November 18, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Making effective referrals
December 2, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Mentor debrief and reflection

 

Semester 2 (Jan. - May 2027)

Date and Time Location Topic
January 20, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Academic warning case studies
February 3, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Receive mentor match; review expectations and set goals
February 17, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Review ACT; explore advanced search feature in Navigate
April 14, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 How to navigate difficult conversations; build rapport
April 28, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Holton Hall 003 Help students plan for post-graduation experiences
May 12, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Location TBD Mentor debrief and reflection; class celebration

*Dates are subject to change. Advisors will be notified as soon as possible if changes are necessary.

Peer Mentoring
The Peer Mentoring assignment must be successfully completed to earn credit for the class.

  1. Advisors complete a mentor survey before class 1.
  2. Advisors are matched with a mentor and provided with expectations during class 2.
  3. Advisors work with mentors to arrange three meetings (guidelines provided).
  4. Advisors debrief on experience during class 6.
  5. Process repeats with new mentors for 2nd semester.

 

Instructor

Ashley Blake, Advisor Training Administrator

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