Sample Academic Advising Mission Statements

Developed at the 2005 Summer Institute  

• The academic advising program is committed to preparing students for a life of continual learning, adaptability, and individual fulfillment. Advisors and students will share responsibility for developing educational plans compatible with career aspirations.
• The academic advising program will empower students to take charge of their educational careers through a collaborative mentoring relationship between advisor and student.
• Academic advising is a critical component of the educational experience. Through academic advising, we empower (guide) students to develop and implement sound educational plans that are consistent with their personal values, goals and career plans. Our purpose is to guide students to become self-directed learners and decision makers.
• In keeping with the institution's strategic goal -- to create and enhance innovative high quality and student centered learning environments - the mission of academic advising is to provide an integrated program of effective academic advising for students. This integrated program will assist students to make a successful transition to university life and to take responsibility for learning how to set and achieve academic, career, and personal aspirations.
• The mission of the academic advising program is to provide a supportive atmosphere which promotes the educational, career and professional development of the student