Introduction to Advising
Introduction to Advising
The ABAC advisor handbook is a tool for advisors to find correct, consistent, and accurate information regarding advising, placement, policies, and procedures. It is a reference to help advisors articulate and explain policies to students.
ABAC’s Advising Statement
Academic advising at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College aids in the educational and career goal of its students. Based on a philosophy of shared responsibility between advisee and advisor, ABAC stresses self-advocacy and independence in its advising process. Students work very closely with their academic advisor to assess, evaluate, and create academic and career goals that best reflect the student’s abilities and aspirations. Using proactive advising approaches, ABAC advisors guide their students through their degree plans while also further evaluating their career objectives.
Advising Outcomes
Through academic advising experiences at ABAC, students will:
Develop an educational plan to successfully achieve their academic, career, and personal goals
Understand academic policies and procedures
Determine and utilize the necessary resources and services to support their goals
Understand the value of CORE requirements
Exhibit an understanding of their degree requirements
Select courses each semester to progress toward completing their educational plan
Understand the importance of including experiences outside of the classroom in their educational plan
Graduate in a timely manner based on their educational plan
Quick Guide to the Advising Process