Adventures in Advising

In Ep. 120, host Matt Markin uses the Mozart AI app to generate songs in various music genres and lyrics related to academic advising and higher education. Why? Just to see how fast artificial intelligence is evolving. What unique songs will the AI app create? Will it be creative, cringe, or a little bit of both? You decide! Songs: 4:00 - Theme song for Adventures in Advising Podcast 6:37 - Loving...

In Ep. 119, guest host, Matt Plescia interviews Dr. Peter Howe, Associate Dean for Academics at Utah State University's Quinney College of Natural Resources, discusses his journey from Yale to USU, focusing on climate change perceptions and environmental risks. He emphasizes the importance of geography, GIS, and the role of faculty advisors in student success. Dr. Howe highlights the decentra...

In Ep. 118 of the Adventures in Advising podcast, Leander Yazzie , tribal relations liaison at the University of Washington Tacoma, facilitates a discussion with Devon Williams , Green River College; Alexis Perez , University of Washington Tacoma; and Cynthia DePoe , Pierce College Puyallup. Panelists share their experiences and roles in supporting Native and Indigenous students, the challenges of...

Dr. Duan Jackson from the California State University Office of the Chancellor discusses the evolution of her role as director of student advising initiatives in which she oversees advising and career services, new student orientation, and learning support. Duan highlights the importance of collaboration among California's higher education institutions, including the University of California,...

In this episode, Ben Hopper from the NACADA Executive Office shares information about the upcoming NACADA Region Conferences and why you should attend. Then, Dr. Tom Grites , a founding member of NACADA and retired provost from Stockton University, discusses his journey from a high school athlete to a higher education professional, highlighting his roles in academic advising, residence life, and h...

Celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Adventures in Advising podcast, Megumi Makino-Kanehiro from University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa interviews podcast co-creator Matt Markin about the history and continued relevance of the podcast, NACADA Involvement, and what’s next. Melinda Anderson from Achieving the Dream interviews Kyle Ross from the NACADA Executive Office about the direction of academic advis...

In the first episode of 2025, we're continuing the conversation about artificial intelligence, by interviewing ChatGPT's AI about all things higher ed and academic advising! Matt Markin is joined by Ryan Scheckel from Texas Tech University on this episode. 3:52 - Matt interviews ChatGPT about how it differs from other AI platforms, in what ways other universities have already used AI, ch...

A short, fun 7-minute episode to close out 2024! Matt Markin is joined by Ryan Scheckel from Texas Tech University in interviewing Santa (or really the Santa voice mode in ChatGPT). What is Santa-GPT's message to academic advisors? Did advisors make the naughty or nice list this year? Let's find out.  Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform! The Instagram , and Facebook hand...

Dr. Roy Magnuson , Director of Emerging Technologies for Instruction and Research at Illinois State University discusses the powerful opportunities of artificial intelligence and the sound approaches we can take as individuals and as a broader institution. How can we leverage AI to enhance the student/advisor relationships and are there avenues we are not considering with AI? Guest host is Michael...

Dr. Peter Fitch and Dr. Kathryn Woods from University College London join the podcast to tell you more about the upcoming UKAT Conference in April 2025! Find out what it means to foster positive emotion and build partnerships and connections by "Learning Well." Also learn about UCL, Peter and Kathryn's career journeys, and where their inspiration is drawn from to enhance the student...

Nathan Vickers , associate director for NACADA Consulting, discusses his 20-year career at The University of Texas at Austin before transitioning to the NACADA Executive Office. He'll also address how strategic, data-informed programs can maximize the role of academic advising. Dr. Zoranna Jones , assistant dean for student support at Texas Christian University, discusses navigating changes i...

Dr. Gabe Bermea , visiting scholar at the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions interviews Dr. Nicole Gonzalez , director of the advising resource center at University of Arizona and Lina Anastasovitou , doctoral candidate at National University on the unique experiences of Latino students in higher education. The panel explores the role of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), strategi...

To celebrate National Transfer Student Week, Campbell Keele , coordinator of transfer initiatives at Missouri State University offers tips for advisors working with transfer students in various scenarios, planning activities and events for transfer students with no budget, and receiving the Transfer-Champion Rising Star award. Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform! The Instagram , a...

Advisors, administrators, and student success practitioners create stronger workplaces through their connections because they understand the full spectrum of highs and lows; challenges, and rewards in their roles. Longevity in the field has created difficulties for professionals to remain in one position or institution. Reaching ten years or longer in the field allows educators to reflect on how t...

In Ep. 106, we've changed the format as we've invited six authors to read from the NACADA Pocket Guide, Advising is Forever: Sharing Stories to Ignite (or Reignite) Your Advising Spirit that capture the raw, inspiring, and emotional stories in this academic advising profession. Also learn more about the upcoming Region conferences from Ben Hopper , NACADA Executive Office. Authors in ord...

In Ep. 105, Matt Markin chats with Olivia Miller, exploratory studies advisor at Kansas State University. Olivia discusses advising graduate vs undergraduate students, differences in resources and role responsibilities at the graduate level, as well as the outlook on advisor retention and building a community of care for advisors.  Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform! The Instagra...

Dr. Declan McLaughlin, senior lecturer and lead advisor of studies at Queen’s University Belfast discusses unlocking student learning and advising approaches, the benefits of student participation in their own assessment experience, and the creation of an advisor of studies community of practice to provide training and resources to advisors.  Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform! T...

Jim Fasulo, academic advisor for healthcare and emergency professions pathways at Portland Community College discusses working with students in finding career pathways, the importance of career and technical education, and how cooperative education assists students with learning valuable skills. Read Jim's story in the NACADA Pocket Guide, Advising is Forever: Sharing Stories to Ignite (or Re...

How much do you know about helping students with financial literacy? Join Dr. Kristen Stutz, director of the Student Assistance in Learning Program and Oscar Flores Gonzalez, peer financial coach at California State University-San Bernardino as they discuss helping college students understand what financial literacy is, how to develop stronger financial habits, and make better financial decisions....

Karen Lewis , assistant director of the English Undergraduate Studies Office at the University of Maryland College Park, discusses serving as an administrator and advising students. She addresses the dynamics of advising different student populations, and how NACADA leadership prepared her for her leadership role on campus. The guest host is Chris Kirchhof , University of Pittsburgh. Chris and Kar...

Join us in celebrating 100 episodes of the Adventures in Advising podcast with special guests:  00:10 - Charlie Nutt, NACADA Executive Office (retired) 09:00 - Melinda Anderson, Achieving the Dream 44:40 - Josephine Gabi, Manchester Metropolitan University and Ann Bingham, University of Southampton 01:11:25 - Jennifer V. Nguyen and Cheri Souza, Stupski Foundation Topics include: The future of advi...

In episode 99, we chat with Tashauna Stewart, academic advisor in the Lee Business School at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Tashauna discusses going beyond the confines of traditional advising roles, developing and co-coordinating advisor professional development opportunities through micro-externships, and supporting students through tragedy. Guest hosted by Dr. Marcedes Butler, University...

In Ep. 98, Matt Markin chats with Raezheen Pascua, academic advisor and junior faculty specialist at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Dr. Michael Cersosimo, director of student success at Loyola Marymount University discuss cultivating learning through mentorship. Rae also discusses her additional responsibilities with scholarly contributions, as well as her goals and experience as a mentee. Mic...

In Ep. 97, Matt Markin chats with Leslie Bell, academic advisor and retention specialist at Rust College. Leslie discusses helping students understand the importance of networking and building a career portfolio. Additionally, Leslie addresses neurodivergence, misconceptions associated with it and tips for advisors working with students who are neurodivergent. Last, he addresses social media’s imp...

In episode 96, Matt Markin chats with Joan Krush, assistant director for member engagement at the NACADA Executive Office. Joan discusses her past experience in admissions and advising, building positive relationships between primary role advisors and faculty, as well as the revamp of the Emerging Leaders Program and why you should apply as an emerging leader or mentor.  Apply to the Emerging Lead...