Equity and Advising (NED Short Course)

Monday, February 5, 2024
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
MnSite D2L Brightspace

Hosted by Network for Educational Development (NED)

Facilitated by Kyle McClure

February 5 – February 25, 2024
Short Course

This asynchronous 3-week course is offered for the purpose of providing both academic and faculty advisors with the information and resources necessary to increase equity and inclusion in their work. Participants will engage in a series of activities including, but not limited to discussion, case study analyses, and action planning. Participants will leave with a plan to implement equitable change(s) within their advising practice and or unit. Ultimately, the intent is that participants to not only have a plan upon completion but leave with the doors open to continue one’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) growth and journey.

Course Learning Objectives

• Describe characteristics of equitable and inclusive advising.
• Develop skills for self-awareness and reflection.
• Identify skills that promote strong, inclusive relationships with students.
• Review of DEI resources and tools for engaging in continuous improvement.
• Create an action plan to address equity in advising.