Maverick Advising Community Strategic Planning

PLANNING FOR A FUTURE OF EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMIC ADVISING

DEVELOPING UTA’S ACADEMIC ADVISING PRIORITIES

In support of The University of Texas at Arlington’s strategic goals, the Maverick Advising Community is engaged in setting out to be a global leader in offering excellence in advising for student success. To realize this ambitious goal, the community is engaging in a collaborative and strategic planning process to offer an intentional roadmap designed to accomplish the following:

  • Pursue proven and innovative strategies that enhance the student experience.
  • Build an enriching work environment for the academic advisors.

Our efforts are guided by the University Mission and Maverick Advising Community Core Values.

Read the Maverick Advising Community Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Strategic Goals

Following collaborative work with the provost and academic deans spring 2022, a list of nine emergent themes were crafted into goals that guided the work of a provost charged task force.

Identified Goals for Advising Strategic Plan that Support Advising Core Values

Goal 1: Create standards of excellence for advising at UTA

Goal 2: Tailor academic advising services to increase retention and equitable outcomes

Goal 3: Discover new efficiencies to increase student agency

Goal 4: Employ technology to advance delivery of advising

Goal 5: Define the role of an academic advisor

Goal 6: Implement strategies to reduce advisor attrition

Goal 7: Continue investing in professional development

Goal 8: Focus on workforce readiness and career development in advising

Goal 9: Develop a plan to address continued enrollment growth

Review The Maverick Advising Community Strategic Planning Priorities

As the University Academic Advising Committee continues to incorporate feedback from the campus community, the timeline of the priorities may be adjusted.

Academic Advising Strategic Planning Review