A Qualitative Study on the Experiences of Faculty Advisors' Participation in a Shared Model of Advising at a Private, Comprehensive University
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[Thesis]
First Statement of Responsibility
Siarzynski-Ferrer, Kristina
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D'Amico, Mark
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2020
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
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146
DISSERTATION (THESIS) NOTE
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D.Ed.
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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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2020
SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Faculty advising has maintained a prominent role in the history of higher education institutions in the United States (Cook, 2009; Habley, 2003; Rudolph 1962). The role of faculty serving as advisors is still significant at private, four-year colleges and universities (Habley, 2004). Over the past several decades, research has recognized the significance between academic advising and student retention. Chickering and Gamson (1987) surmised the importance of encouraging interactions between faculty and students outside the classroom. Transformations in society have occurred, including a change in the student populations entering higher education. To assist faculty in their role as advisors, administrators should provide support through professional development opportunities to address the diversity of today's college students. However, shortcomings in higher education institutions exist for faculty advising development.