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Transforming the Advising Process: How a Plan of Study Gives Honors Students Ownership of their Education

Saturday, November 9, 2013: 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Napoleon B2 (Sheraton New Orleans Hotel)
Christie Martin , Illinois State University
Rebecca Mentzer , Illinois State University
Sarah Roth , Illinois State University
A Plan of Study transforms advising and compels students to understand requirements and take ownership of their education. A freshman seminar lays the foundation. Students visualize what it will take to graduate and Advising moves beyond classes for next semester. Students take the lead and advisors provide more individualized attention.