Professional Development Initiative

The Biology Education Department at Tishk International University announces a National Workshop titled “Is Class Advisory Just a Duty—or a Path to Building Academic, Social, and Personal Bridges?” This event brings together academic advisors from all five departments of the Faculty of Education for collaborative professional development.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 14:00
Location: Hall 105, Education Building

Workshop Objectives

Primary Goal
Create a shared platform for academic advisors to exchange best practices, experiences, and address common challenges in student advisory roles.

Specific Objectives

  • Develop grade-level advisory roadmaps (1st through 4th year) for consistent student support

  • Enhance advisory role in academic progress, career planning, and personal development

  • Strengthen cross-departmental collaboration among advisors

  • Identify innovative approaches to student advisory and mentorship

  • Encourage reflective practices for continuous advisory improvement

Expected Outcomes

The workshop aims to reinforce the advisory system by:

  • Establishing consistent advisory manuals for all grade levels

  • Improving student support mechanisms across academic journeys

  • Fostering stronger faculty-student engagement

  • Enhancing student success through effective mentoring

  • Building comprehensive academic, social, and personal bridges

Participant Engagement

The event welcomes:

  • All faculty advisors from the Faculty of Education

  • Interested academic staff members

  • Education department representatives

  • Professionals involved in student mentorship

This collaborative workshop represents a significant step toward strengthening the advisory system as an essential component of student success and comprehensive educational development at Tishk International University.

Keywords: Academic Advisory, Student Mentorship, Faculty Development, Educational Bridges, Advisory System, Student Support, Professional Workshop, Academic Guidance, Educational Excellence