Advisor Drive-In Conference

Presenter: Hilary Becker, Director of Health Professions Advising at Montana State University

Topic:Positive Thoughts: How to showcase students through letters of recommendation.

Letters of support, evaluation, and recommendation are common when applying for scholarships, internships, or graduate school. Join our discussion, as we explore different ways to showcase and write about student strengths, areas of growth, and demonstration of professional skills. Learn strategies to be a more effective letter writer.

Presenter: Elyssa Wassmann, Academic Advisor at Great Falls College, MSU

Topic: Bridging the Gap; Integrating Career Advising with Academic Pathways Seamlessly

This presentation will explore how to start the conversation of career pathways early on in the student/advisor relationship with realistic expectations, tools, and industry connections with directors to help support and inform students. By working on this partnership early on, students have a better idea of job placement, expectations, and timelines.

Montana Advising Meeting

Keynote Address from Dr Seifert, Dean of the College of Education, Health & Human Development at Montana State University

Presenter: Laura Wilson, Assistant to the VP, Dean & Director in the College of Agriculture (and former academic advisor) at Montana State University

Topic: Communicating Creatively

This presentation will walk you through the ins and outs of crafting a recognizable brand for your office and actionable communication plan to guide you through your year of advising, registration, orientation, and everything in between! Learn to use free and easy-to-use online tools to keep you on track and fuel your creativity!  

Presenter: Suzanne Forrester, University of Montana Western and Sara Heller, Montana State University

Topic: It’s not I can’t, it’s I can: Helping students build resilience

There are many reasons why students struggle in college and it is our role as advisors to foster a network of support. Join the conversation to see how YOU can help students develop resilience through a growth mindset, student development theory, and strengths-based advising.