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50-Minute Sessions

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Multidirectional Training on Employment-Based Advising Teams

Thursday, May 29, 2025
3:00 PM – 3:50 PM PST
Those who are not subject matter experts may find themselves struggling to support their international student and scholar faculty advising team. This session explores collaborative information exchange between team members and supervisors. By exploring a case study of a newly developed employment-based advising team, participants learn how a mutual, two-way information flow can be more beneficial than a one-way approach.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn how the implementation of a multidirectional training approach enabled new leadership to gain a comprehensive understanding of employment-based advising, while bridging the knowledge gap in a field predominantly focused on the advising needs of international students and scholars. Participants will explore how this strategy enhanced leadership capabilities and improved overall team effectiveness.
  • Gain insights into critical elements of cultivating trust and buy-in as a new supervisor. Explore how team members successfully navigated the challenge of training their new supervisor following management transitions, sharing practical strategies and key lessons learned. The session highlights the importance of mutual respect, open communication, and collaborative learning to create a cohesive, high-functioning team during periods of change.
  • Understand the critical role of structural organization and adequate staffing in creating an effective team. Learn how to build trust, establish clear communication lines, and develop the confidence needed to "train the leader." This session will empower managers to grasp essential aspects of their team’s work, enabling them to be stronger advocates and more effective leaders.