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ADVISOR EXPECTATIONS
To be successful in carrying out the myriad responsibilities of an advisor, it is suggested that each advisor should:
- Be familiar with and thoroughly understand the purpose of the organization and how it augments the educational process
- Be informed of University policies, regulations and procedures, and know how to effectively interpret them for the student organization
- Familiarize the officers and committee members with these policies, helping to make them aware of their responsibilities for adhering to them
- Make sure that all business proceedings are conducted promptly and properly
- See that all activities are properly scheduled
- Get to know each member of the group, their needs and desires, and relate this knowledge to the student’s activities within the group.
- Work closely with the officers and committee members, helping each carry out his or her responsibilities efficiently, using this relationship as an extension of the educational process.
- Be active in goal setting
- Encourage the officers and individual members to preserve the continuity of the group by keeping good records, writing reports, and making other appropriate efforts to document the group’s history
- Be aware of your group’s operations, activities, and events
- Attend as many meetings and events as possible
- Remember to enjoy the experience, because if the advisor does, so will the students
The relationship that you have with your students is the most important piece in advising. You should be excited to work with them and they should be excited to come to you. If you have any difficulties, are challenged in role, or need some help, please contact the Office of Student Life. We are here to serve Registered Student Organizations at Cal and that includes their advisors. Good luck, and enjoy your role!
For more information or assistance, please contact the Office of Student Life at 642-5171.
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