Advisor Resource Center (A.R.C.)
Welcome to the Advisor Resource Center (A.R.C.). We are excited that you have taken an interest in advising a student organization at Georgia Southern University. The A.R.C. has been developed to provide an easy-to-access hub of information for current advisors and those considering becoming an advisor. Please use the buttons below to access different areas of the A.R.C. If you have any questions about these resources or advising a student organization in general, please feel free to email osa@georgiasouthern.edu.
ROLE OF THE ADVISOR
Georgia Southern University requires that all recognized organizations have an advisor. Advisors are full-time members of Georgia Southern University faculty or staff. It is their responsibility to guide the group in accordance with the purposes and ideals of Georgia Southern University and the organization. They should not directly control the group’s programs and activities. The relationship between the advisor and the group will vary depending on each organization and its members. Therefore, the responsibilities and duties of the advisor will vary according to the group’s needs. However, student organization advisors are responsible for attending events and meetings sponsored by their student organization as much as possible. Please note that by approving a space reservation, you are assuming responsibility for the event. The person filling the position defines the role of the advisor in partnership with the student organization. Hopefully, each advisor will become involved in the organization through meetings, planning, programming, and activities.
General Roles:
- Considerations for Georgia Southern University
- Guide the group in accordance with the purposes and educational objectives of the University.
- Supervise the financial procedures followed by the organization in handling its funds.
- Help increase awareness of both students and staff of the University facilities, events, and personnel.
- Be familiar with the policies and procedures listed in the University’s Student Conduct Code and the Student Organization Handbook.
Additional Roles:
Advising Techniques
Responsibilities to the Group
Responsibilities to the Individuals
What a Student Officer May Expect of an Advisor
HELPFUL RESOURCES
- Advising 101
- Hazing in Clubs & Organizations
- Eagle Engage
- Printable Resources
- Video Resources
- Managing Risks in Clubs & Organizations
- Risk Management/Event Planning – Getting Started
- Risk Management Matrix
- Conflict Resolution
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation for Advisors
- Agency Account Form Example
- Georgia Southern Emergency Operations Plan
To access resources available to student organizations, click here!
Advisor Incentive Program
Student Organization Advisors can help their student organization earn Wings points by attending the events listed below throughout the year. Advisor Incentive points are earned between April 1 and March 31 annually.
How to Earn Advisor Incentive Points 2023-2024
Event Name | Date/Time/Location | Maximum Points for Fall | Maximum Points for the Spring |
Attend a 2023 Renewal Workshop | April | Click here for a list of dates and times | – | 2 |
Attend the Minors on Campus Training | Wednesday, July 12 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | – |
Attend the Mediation and Conflict Management Workshop | Tuesday, July 25 | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | – |
Participate in the Fall 2023 Advisor Round Table | Click HERE to register | Click HERE for our topic recommendation form | September 20, 2023 | 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | – |
Attend the National Hazing Prevention Week: Why Hazing Happens and How to Prevent It in Your Organization SOLD Workshop | Click HERE to register | September 27, 2023 | 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | – |
Attend the Money Matters SOLD Workshop | Click HERE to register | October 11, 2023 | 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | – |
Schedule a 1:1 meeting with the OSA staff to discuss your organization | Contact Coleman Bailey for A-L organizations or Cat Bishop for M-Z organizations | 4 | 4 |
Attend the Renewals and Officer Transitions for Advisors Workshop | Click HERE to register | March 20 | 3 pm | 4 | |
Participate in the Spring 2024 Advisor Round Table | Click HERE to register | Click HERE for our topic recommendation form | March 25, 2024 | 3:00 pm | via Zoom | 2 | |
Attend the What Does It All Mean? Understanding Equal Opportunity & Title IX SOLD Workshop | Click HERE to register | March 28, 2024 | 5:30 pm | via Zoom | 2 |
Last updated: 3/29/2022