Learn about our plans for Training
New Advisor Training
The University Advising Center is currently offering a comprehensive online New Advisor Training online thru Canvas. If you would like access to the training, please complete the Training Access Request Form.
The training consists of the following modules:
Module 1: Advising at Fresno State
Module 1 includes information on NACADA advising core competencies, advising structure at Fresno State & advising fundamentals.
Module 2: University Policies & Procedures
Module 2 covers the academic calendar, English & Math placement, AP/CLEP/IB information, general education and FERPA.
Module 3: Academic Programs & Requirements
Module 3 provides information on the various majors/minors offered at Fresno State. It also includes the graduation requirements and information on Title V.
Module 4: Advising Technology
Module 4 includes information on some of the different advising technologies available at Fresno State to advisors including: PeopleSoft, U Achieve, assist.org and Bulldog Connect.
Module 5: Advising Special Populations
Module 5 provides advising information when working with the following student populations: academic probation/disqualification, returning student, undeclared, international students, athletes, veterans and other special programs.
Module 6: Forms, Memos & Campus Resources
Module 6 refers to commonly used forms from the registrar's office, memos that are referred to often & other campus resources.
Q&A Sessions
The University Advising Center will be offering three optional Q&A sessions via Zoom. These sessions give you the opportunity to connect directly to an Academic Advisor to ask questions or gain clarification on the information in the New Advisor Training.
| Date | Time | Zoom Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 20 | 10am-11am | https://fresnostate.zoom.us/my/kathydunbar |
If you have any questions regarding advisor training, please contact Kathy Dunbar at kdunbar@csufresno.edu or Perla Perez Maciel at pperezmaciel@csufresno.edu
