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Adventures in Advising

Matt Markin and Ryan Scheckel
Academic Advising
Higher Education
Nacada
Professional Development
Advising
Personal Tutoring
Academic Advising Quarterly
Professionalization Of Academic Advising
Middle East
Syracuse University
Las Vegas, United States
Chicago, United States
Ferris State University
Emerging Voices
The Pickup Meeting
Student Success
Texas A&M University At Qatar
NACADA Institutes
Personal Tutor Thinking and Practice Tool
Student Retention

Join Matt Markin, Ryan Scheckel, and their amazing advising guests as they unite voices from around the globe to share real stories, fresh strategies, and game-changing insights from the world of academic advising.

Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, this is your space to learn, connect, and be inspired.

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In this episode of Adventures in Advising, Ryan heads north for a lively conversation with Canadian advising leaders Aysha Haq, Elizabeth Venton-Parnell, Jing Yao, and Shoshana Kalfon. Together, they explore what makes academic advising in Canada dis... more

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Dr. Janet Schulenberg
Guest on NACADA definition discussion
Episode: The Definition You’ve Been Waiting For: How Does it Impact You? - Adventures in Advising
Hilleary Himes
Academic advisor with 18 years at Penn State, editor of The Mentor
Pennsylvania State University
Episode: Advising Scholarship in Motion - Adventures in Advising
Arjun Arora
Founder of Advisor AI
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Episode: AI, Advising, and the Future of Student Success - Adventures in Advising
Ellen Miller
Senior Associate Dean for Pre-Health Advising at Hofstra University
Hofstra University
Episode: Mentorship, Flexibility, and Staying Student-Centered - Adventures in Advising
Deborah Parsons
Retired professor and administrator, author/illustrator
Independent/Authorship
Episode: Reinvention, Purpose, and Possibility - Adventures in Advising
Maureen Mo Schafer
Assistant Provost for Academic Advising and Director of the Academic Advising Center at the University of Iowa
University of Iowa
Episode: From Strategy to Student Support: Shared Goals, Stronger Advising - Adventures in Advising
Yoshinobu Onishi
Professor at Chiba University, Japan; study abroad and advising focus
Chiba University
Episode: Cultures of Care: Advising in Japan and Taiwan - Adventures in Advising
Megumi Yamasaki
Faculty at Soka University; experience in US-educated advising and learning support
Soka University
Episode: Cultures of Care: Advising in Japan and Taiwan - Adventures in Advising
Chad Cain
Assistant Dean of the Honors College, Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University
Episode: Purposeful Leadership in Higher Education - Adventures in Advising

Hosts

Matt Markin
Host of Adventures in Advising
Ryan Scheckel
Co-host of Adventures in Advising

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • It’s truly a must listen

    Adventures in Advising is truly a must listen to regardless of your role in advising and student success. Tips for growth, power of connection and a familiarity of colleagues that you would like to see more often! Matt and Colum shine as they lead our advising connections to each other and to our impacts with students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RacerFanForever
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast that can translate across professions

    Awesome podcast! Colum and Matt discuss global issues and how they directly affect higher education. Even if you’re not in academic advising, but are a leader interested in the future of your workforce, this podcast can help shed light on what is happening education. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarbert
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Content

    I am SO glad I found this podcast! I’m currently in a Master’s program for Academic Advising and just love listening. So much valuable content on both the advising practice and the world of higher education around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McG206
    United States6 years ago
  • Really Informative and fun!

    Colum and Matt are wonderful! I'm not an advisor myself, but I really enjoy learning so much about this field and doing it in a really fun way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ICanStealThat
    United States6 years ago

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Advising-focused conversations mix practical tactics with leadership lessons.
Great for listeners in or entering academic advising; content translates across education leadership contexts.
Guests bring global and cross-institution perspectives.
Hosts make complex higher-ed topics approachable and actionable.

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Investing in Excellence: A New Era of Advising at Ferris State - Adventures in Advising
Q: What are the main components of the funding and implementation plan?
Funds support both primary role and faculty advisors, with focus on professional development, change management through the Sear Institute, and a series of short videos and a library of resources to facilitate real-time workflows.
Investing in Excellence: A New Era of Advising at Ferris State - Adventures in Advising
Q: How did the Ferris Center for Advising Excellence and Advising Fellows Program come to be?
The initiative began with state college student success grants and a Quick Start Grant, followed by data-driven assessment with Nacada, which shaped a five-year plan later accelerated into a three-year path with substantial funding.
Investing in Excellence: A New Era of Advising at Ferris State - Adventures in Advising
Q: What is Michael Zaborowski's origin story in higher education and advising?
Michael explains his path from community college to MSU, his early realization of needing support, and how advising drew him to the field, leading to leadership roles across multiple universities and ultimately Ferris State.
The State of Advising - NACADA Executive Directors Panel
Q: What actions can NACADA members take to advance toward the 2030 vision?
Kyle and Melinda encourage members to actively communicate what advising is, educate non-specialists, and champion professional development and holistic approaches to student success.
The State of Advising - NACADA Executive Directors Panel
Q: What is the future definition of advising and how will it impact institutions and caseloads?
Kyle indicates a forthcoming formal definition of advising that will outline scope of practice and institutional responsibilities, with a focus on private spaces for confidential conversations and preserving the core advisor-student relationship.

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What is Adventures in Advising about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on evolving academic advising practices at scale, from system-wide training programs and e-learning modules to the integration of AI and technology in student support. Conversation topics frequently cover mentoring, career ladders for advisors, holistic and relational approaches to advising, and leadership within higher education, with a notable emphasis on cross-institution collaboration and inclusive practices. A few guests bring international perspectives, regional mentoring initiatives, and retirement reinvention, adding depth to how advising adapts to changing student needs and workforce trends. The format consistently blends practical implementation insights with personal career stories, making... more

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2. Hilleary Himes
3. Arjun Arora
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5. Deborah Parsons
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