Academic Advisor - Gies College of Business

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, USA

Posted on Jul 3, 2026
Duties Responsibilities Student Advising Meetings • Engage in purposeful discussions with students to learn about their course performance and interests and assist with the selection of an appropriate major. • Provide guidance regarding academic and career options. • Refer students to appropriate academic, career, and student affairs support resources. • Articulate study abroad courses for undergraduate students. • Provide New Student Registration advising and assistance to new first-year and transfer students. Advising Administrative Duties • Monitor students' academic progress toward graduation using the appropriate systems; identify and proactively reach out to advisees to support successful academic progress. • Thoroughly document all student contacts using the advising portal system. Advising Leadership • Collaborate with other advisors to maintain and develop advising strategies that support Gies students. • Research and assess current programs, as assigned by the Director, to evaluate their success and recommend improvements or new programming based on outcomes. Program Coordination Collaboration • Coordinate programs and events related to major and career exploration, academic success skills, student transition, and other relevant areas. • Collaborate with college and campus units to support students' academic success and professional development. • Support Office of Undergraduate Affairs initiatives and programs as assigned. Other Duties • Perform other duties as assigned.