Introducing the Holistic Advising Awards case studies from the Advising Success Network. This resource features institutions implementing advising solutions that reduce educational inequalities. The five institutions demonstrate a commitment to holistic advising with multifaceted approaches.
- Arcadia University – Shifting the culture through whole-life advising
- Claflin University – Empowerment through appreciative advising and Success Coaching
- College of Lake County – Holistic student supports outlined in the college’s equity in student access and success plan
- Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College – Creating an earth lodge village where students can THRIVE
- SUNY Schenectady County Community College – Individualized and intentional with My Survey to Success
Through varied approaches, the awardees display efforts to understand their unique student populations and address assumptions and biases about students in advisor-student interactions, policies, and technologies. They develop teams that work to understand the lived experiences, talents, aspirations, and needs of their students while incorporating student voices and perspectives in designing the ideal student advising experience. All of the case study examples utilize cross-functional teams and support a robust student success agenda through collaboration across their campuses.
As recipients of the Award, these institutions model successful approaches to redesigning advising practices within a variety of higher educational contexts. The case studies present powerful examples that may be applied across other institutions to initiate a culturally responsive shift in advising practices.
Learn more about the Holistic Advising Awards and Student Choice Awards.