The best questions to ask your academic advisor - ASU Online
: Connecting academic choices to future vocational goals and job opportunities. your academic advisor
: Mapping out a term-by-term path to graduation that aligns with major requirements. The best questions to ask your academic advisor
: Identifying campus supports such as tutoring, writing centers, or financial aid services. The Advising Process "pedagogy" (how advisors teach)
: Acting as a coach and mentor to assist with non-academic challenges like burnout or mental health.
Academic advisors are institutional mentors who help students navigate the complexities of higher education, balancing degree requirements with personal and career aspirations. Effective advising is built on a "curriculum" (what students learn), "pedagogy" (how advisors teach), and "learning outcomes" (what students achieve). Core Roles of an Advisor