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University of Utah Academic Advisor, International Studies in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
The Student Success Hub provides a collaborative structure for advisors to support students across multiple programs, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to professional advising and student success. This Academic Advisor I position will focus on International Studies in the College of Humanities.The International Studies Program uses the wide-ranging resources at the University of Utah to prepare students to live and work in the increasingly global world of the 21st century. Established in 2003, the major has rapidly become one of the most popular undergraduate programs at the University. The interdisciplinary methods, language study, and direct international experience make it a versatile and highly flexible majoreither alone or in combination with other programs of study. Students are encouraged to pursue an additional major or minor, especially in a foreign language. Linguistic and cultural competence, acquired through language study, is essential to the International Studies major.With direct supervision, this position advises a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress by utilizing professional advising and guidance skills. Interprets and explains university academic policy and procedure to assist students in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to degree completion.This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect and equity that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through degree programs, certificates, etc.The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in communication, time management, and problem solving. The Student Success Hub seeks and values team members who are curious, resilient, proactive, and committed to student success.Questions about the position should be directed to Stephanie Krusell at stephanie.krusell@utah.edu