The University of Toledo

Outstanding Adviser Award Criteria

The criteria used to select the recipient of the Outstanding Adviser Award includes evidence that the adviser would demonstrate all of the following characteristics:

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills:
  • Demonstrates a caring attitude toward students
  • Is available for frequent and regular contact with advisees
  • Refers students to appropriate offices when needed
  • Models professional behavior 
• Educates and empowers students to make informed academic decisions and prioritize their commitments to maximize academic success:
  • Facilitates students' problem solving, decision-making & evaluation skills
  • Regularly monitors student progress toward academic and career goals
  • Assists students to identify strengths and weaknesses and to plan a course of study which builds on strengths while overcoming weaknesses
• Is knowledgeable about The University of Toledo policies and resources:
  • Uses appropriate information sources
  • Conveys accurate information regarding courses, majors, and degree requirements
  • Conveys accurate information regarding student services
  • Demonstrates mastery of institutional regulations, policies, and procedures and helps advisees manage bureaucracy effectively

Previous Outstanding Adviser Award winners are not eligible to receive the award.