Academic advising plays an essential role in supporting students’ success.

By investing in
advising and mentoring services, foundations can provide personalized guidance and support to
students because every student has special needs and situation, it helps them to navigate their
academic journey more effectively. Sufficient advising services can assist students in creating
well-defined academic plans, ensuring they are on track to meet their goals. Advisors can help
students select appropriate courses, map out their academic pathways. For example, in
Fanshawe college, we have many excellent advisors and facilitators in the EAP program. they
can help when we need any explanation or support in writing or speaking issues. Also, they can
help in choosing post-secondary program and preparing students for next academic stage. This
guidance can prevent students from taking unnecessary courses, saving time and money.
Students come from diverse backgrounds with different academic needs and challenges. Robust
advising services can cater to these varied needs by providing specialized support for students
with disabilities, international students. Investing in targeted advising resources can help
address the unique barriers and challenges these students may face. However, institutions can
explore cost-effective alternatives to traditional academic advising. Online platforms, or virtual
advisors can provide basic information, answer the frequently asked questions, and assist
students with routine academic tasks. In conclusion, the decision to allocate resources to
academic advising services should consider the specific needs of the institution. It's important
to strike a balance between investing in advising support to enhance student success and
considering other areas that may require financial attention. An institution's available resources,
student population, and overall goals should guide the decision-making process.