Discussion Groups
Discussion Groups
Discussion groups provide members the opportunity to engage with other professionals
in areas such as similar unit types, academic areas, interests, or student populations.
Discussion groups create a collaborative space for advisors to explore resources and
discuss approaches for advancing the professional development of the wider community
of advisors across campus.
Discussion groups help advisors help students!
2023-2024 Discussion Groups
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (J.E.D.I) in Advising Discussion Group
Description: To discuss resources related to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
across campus and to collaborate on ways to embody these principles in advising, as
well as increase them within the advising community.
Chair (s): Dr. Jessica Couch and Katherine Daley-Bailey
Meeting Location: Zoom, link to be sent out
Meeting Dates: Third Friday of every month (except for April)
- Friday, August 25th, 9-10 AM (4th Friday, just to avoid Drop/Add)
- Friday, Sept. 15th, 9-10 AM
- Friday, Oct. 20th, 9-10 AM
- Friday, Nov. 17th, 9-10 AM
Additional Information: Ground Rules
Please email kdaley@uga.edu if you would like to be placed on the J.E.D.I Discussion group listerv.
Advising leadership (small colleges)
Description: This discussion group provides an opportunity for advising professionals
in small colleges to come together and explore issues relevant to them, which can
then be brought to AACC as appropriate.
Chair: Heather Smith
Meeting Location: See below
Meeting Dates:
- Thursday, October 12th, 2-3 PM (location:Moore Hall 116 or Zoom)
- Thursday, November 9th, 2-3 PM (location: TBD)
Additional Information: Please email hlsmith@uga.edu for Zoom link
Advising leadership (large colleges)
Description: This discussion group provides an opportunity for advising professionals
in large colleges to come together and explore issues relevant to them, which can
then be brought to AACC as appropriate.
Chair: Brennen Salmon
Meeting Location: Ramsey 310
Meeting Dates:
- Tuesday, September 12th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, October 10th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, November 7th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, January 9th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, February 6th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, March 5th, 2-3 PM
- Tuesday, April 9th, 2-3 PM
Additional Information:
Advising Student-Athletes
Description: This discussion group serves a collaborative effort between UGA academic
advisors and UGA athletic counselors and staff as a means of providing insight and
information that can be helpful in their understanding of and work with the UGA student-athlete
population.
Chairs: Morgan Kent, Jill Hopkins, and Dr. Drew Craver
Meeting Location: Zoom, link to be sent out
Meeting Dates:
- Thursday, September 14, 9-10 AM
- Thursday, November 9, 9-10 AM
Additional Information: Please email morgan.kent25@uga.edu to join the monthly discussions.
Certificates, Minors, and More
Description: Advising for secondary programs that don't require students to meet with
you has some unique challenges, such as communicating effectively with the students-
making sure they understand program requirements, as well as course options, availability,
and timing/sequencing. Additionally, it can be difficult to track the number of students
actively pursuing these programs, which leads to challenges in scheduling required
courses and having enough sections and seats to meet demand. This discussion group
will provide a chance to share wins and frustrations, and to help students (and ourselves)
in the process.
We’ll also consider topics like connecting with potentially interested students; offering
special events outside of the classroom; and recognizing students who complete your
program.
Chair: Deede Walker
Meeting Location: See below
Meeting Dates:
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Wednesday, November 29, 3:30-4:30 PM (location: Ivester Hall, Room E007)
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Wednesday, January 24, 9-10 AM (location: Zoom)
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Wednesday, April 24, 9-10 AM (location: Zoom)
Additional Information: Please email dwalker@uga.edu to join the discussions.
Want to create a new discussion group? Email advising@uga.edu to get the ball rolling!
- What is the purpose or goal of the discussion group?
- Who will chair the group?
- Do you need anything from AACC or OVPI to get started?