Effective academic advising is key to connecting students’ academic opportunities with their future goals. It provides a supportive framework that helps students overcome obstacles and encourages personal growth, crucial for both academic success and career preparation. Hillary Stone, as the Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) Academic Advisor, has enhanced this role by establishing a proactive collaboration with students by utilizing a holistic advising approach. The small size of the MSE academic program facilitates deeper meaningful connections between the advisor and students, permitting a more tailored and engaging advising process. Hillary’s advising approach, which encompasses degree planning, experiential learning opportunities, time and stress management techniques, and other diverse aspects of college life, not only promotes students’ academic achievements but also cultivates a nurturing and inclusive environment within the department.The Hillary Stone Method: Personalize...
