Advising

Issued by Arkansas Tech University

Arkansas Tech is dedicated to student success, access, and excellence. The success of our student organizations directly relates to the strength and dedication of ATU’s advisors. Advisors must know helpful university resources as well as the intricacies of first generation students to serve their students well. Specific training job and task training is important for advisors to succeed in their role. Badge earners have explored factors to help every student count in their organizations.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

Earn at least an 80% on the Understanding First Generation Students module
Earn at least an 80% on the Advising Student Organizations module
Earn at least an 80% on the University Resources module
Establish an approach for making effective university resource referrals
Articulate what it means to be a first generation student at Arkansas Tech University
Navigate various tools for event, risk, and financial management
Understand the role of a student organization advisor