Associate Academic Advisor - Bridging Disciplines Programs

Academic Advising Advise prospective, current, and returning BDP students through individual appointments, drop-in advising, email, phone, and virtual meetings.Guide students in developing individualized academic plans integrating BDP certificates with major degree requirements.Interpret university, college, and BDP academic policies.Review degree progress and monitor student completion requirements.Assist students in experiencing academic challenges and refer them to appropriate campus resources.Maintain accurate advising records using university systems.Student Applications and Progress Review Review BDP applications for completeness and eligibility.Evaluate student progress toward certificate completion.Review and approve Connecting Experiences (CEs) using established program guidelines.Process petitions, exceptions, substitutions, and other student requests.Conduct routine audits of student records and communicate outstanding requirements.Registration and Enrollment Support Assist students during registration periods.Manage seat requests and enrollment permissions when applicable.Answer registration-related inquiries.Coordinate with departmental contacts regarding enrollment issues.Student Engagement and Programming Assist in planning and implementing:Orientation sessionsInformation sessionsWorkshopsCoffee chatsStudent networking eventsPoster session supportCertificate recognition ceremonySupport student communications regarding deadlines, events, and opportunities.Recruitment and Outreach Represent BDP at recruitment events.Participate in tabling activities.Deliver presentations for prospective students.Collaborate with campus partners to promote BDP opportunities.Assist with marketing initiatives.Administrative and Operational Support Maintain advising documentation and procedures.Compile student data and reports.Assist with assessment activities.Participate in staff meetings and professional development.Support implementation of new initiatives and process improvements.Perform other duties as assigned.