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Academic Advising: Our Mission

Academic Advisors in the University of Texas at Arlington’s College of Nursing and Health Innovation guide students through exploration, identification, and pursuit of their educational, personal and career goals. Advisors provide an enriching environment that fosters intellectual and individual development, empowers students to attain academic success and promotes lifelong learning.

Overview & Core Values

Our faculty mentors and advising staff are dedicated to the success of our students. We also offer peer mentors and a variety of student organizations that enhance the academic experience and build professional skills. Students are encouraged to apply for the many scholarships available through the University and those established by the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, outside agencies, and individuals. Scholarship services and counseling are available through the Office of Enrollment and Student Services.

*The following information is adapted from the NACADA Statement of Core Values

Academic Advisors value and are dedicated to excellence in all dimensions of student success. Advisors are committed to students, colleagues, institutions and the profession through assessment, scholarly inquiry, lifelong learning, and professional development.
Academic Advisors act in accordance with the values of the profession of advising for the greater good of students, colleagues, institutions, and higher education. Advisors value honesty, transparency, and accountability to the student, institution and to the advising profession.
Academic Advisors respect, engage, and value a supportive culture for diverse populations and build positive relationships by understanding and appreciating students’ views. Advisors strive to create and support environments that consider the needs and perspectives of students, institutions, and colleagues through openness, acceptance, and equity while treating students with sensitivity and fairness.
Academic Advisors motivate, encourage, and support students and the greater educational community to recognize their potential, meet challenges, and respect and express individuality. Advisors respond to and are accessible to others in ways that support, nurture and teach and build relationships through empathetic listening and compassion for students, colleagues and others.