Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program that teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge, listen non-judgmentally, give reassurance to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge, and refer a person to appropriate professional support and services. This course is …
SOAR 101 is designed for advisors who are preparing for their first summer at Student Orientation, Advising & Registration (SOAR). In this workshop, new SOAR advisors will learn about the structure and purpose of SOAR through presentations and activities, and also have an opportunity to ask questions and get advice from experienced SOAR advisors. Questions? …
Join your colleagues and the Office of Academic & Career Success for the Spring Celebration & Awards Ceremony for the Advising, Career Services & Learning Support communities! We look forward to gathering together to celebrate those receiving an award and to enjoy a meal together. When: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 …
The Solo Advising Community is hosting it's End of the Academic Year Lunch on Wednesday, May 14. Solo advisors from different departments and colleges are welcome to attend and debrief the past academic year, discuss goal setting for the summer, and network with fellow solo advisors from across campus! Questions? Reach out to Erin, Sabrina, …
SOAR Advising Kickoff is an opportunity for all SOAR advisors to connect with colleagues across campus and prepare for the coming SOAR season. All participants will be provided with current information and updates related to SOAR advising programming, students, technology, admissions, logistics and more through presentations and interactive activities. Questions? Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. …
This Notes 101 orientation session (previously ANS 101) will provide an introduction to Notes in Advising Gateway and include a live demonstration on navigation and record entry, guidelines for use of the system focusing on writing and interpreting advising notes, and time for individual questions about using the system. This orientation session is required for new …
Motivational Interviewing Training is an interactive workshop that will provide opportunities to explore the theory and practice behind the concept of Motivational Interviewing (MI). The concept of Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change. MI is practiced with an underlying spirit (or way of being …
Helping Skills and Practice is a workshop-style event series intended for new and new-ish advising, career services, and learning support staff members. These workshops will focus on practicing core skills and understanding a variety of theories that impact and guide our work with students. A specific meeting topic will be shared closer to each session …
Looking to blossom your connections on campus? Join us for a New Staff Garden Gathering! New and new-ish advising, career services, and learning support staff are invited to a lunchtime gathering at Allen Centennial Garden. Bring your own lunch and join us for conversation and connections, and take some time to wander the garden and …
Terrific Tuesdays provide information and professional development for SOAR peer and professional advisors! These info sessions generally include community building, timely updates, course access information and feedback, and preparation for special SOAR sessions. Questions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Where: Pyle Center Who: SOAR Advising Staff …
Interested in learning more about how to navigate, access, and use data responsibly in your role as an advising, career services, or learning support community member? Join us for this upcoming Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training Session! In this fun, interactive workshop, we will explore key concepts of data literacy and responsible use. This …
Terrific Tuesdays provide information and professional development for SOAR peer and professional advisors! These info sessions generally include community building, timely updates, course access information and feedback, and preparation for special SOAR sessions. Questions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. When: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Where: Pyle Center Who: SOAR Advising Staff …