Written by: Jennifer Bradley and Paola Pinto April 24, 2023 UAH’s representatives at the NACADA 2023 Conference College of Science Academic Advisors and Student Success Advocates from The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of the University of Alabama System, took an active role hosting and participating in the 2023 NACADA 2023 Region 4 Conference, March 5-7, 2023 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. The National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) is a global, member-driven organization of professional advisors, faculty, administrators, and students working to enhance student success through academic advising. This year's Region 4 conference theme, "Blast into Success," provided the backdrop for the three-day event, which included over 320 attendees from colleges and universities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi. A crucial part of the regional conference is the opportunity to learn and share best practices in the field of academic advising. The UAH College of Science advising staff: Michelle Brightwell, Morgan Lewis, Kailyn Weaver, and Matthew Wilson presented their top advising practices that help make the College of Science a productive student advising experience. Topics discussed included: The College of Science proactive advising cohort model. The implementation of the Student Educational Planner in their advising practices. Making a welcoming student-friendly office environment. This was the first time the NACADA Region 4 conference was held in Huntsville, AL. UAH Science advisors and staff were proud to have a strong presence at the NACADA 2023 Conference, where they showed how much they care about the students and how dedicated they are to enriching their advising experience. Schedule a meeting with an advisor to learn more about what you can achieve with your program!
