The 2026 EIU Academic Advising Symposium is designed to inspire and equip you with the latest tools and strategies for effective advising. Join us for engaging and interactive sessions where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow advisors, share best practices, and learn from campus experts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your advising game and make a lasting impact on the lives of your students.
| Time | Session | Speaker(s) | Recordings |
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10:30 - 10:45 a.m. |
Check-In / Networking |
CAN Steering Committee |
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10:45 - 11:00 a.m. |
Healing and Renewal |
Danny Gourley Fischer, Director, Academic Advising Services |
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11:00 - 11:45 a.m. |
Mindfulness Exercise | Dr. Misty Rhoads, Professor of Public Health and Nutrition |
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12:00 - 12:55 p.m. |
LUNCH at South Quad Dining | Courtesy of Student Success Center | |
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1:00 - 1:45 p.m. |
The Art of Belonging | Matt Warner, Assistant Director, Health Education Resource Center |
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1:45 - 2:30 p.m. |
Practicing Gratitude | Dr. Eric Davidson, Executive Director, Health & Counseling Services | |
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2:30 - 3:15 p.m. |
EAB Navigate Sneak Peek | Dr. Michael Gillespie, Dean of Student Success Center |
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3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Academic Program Updates | Deans / Associate Deans | |
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4:00 p.m. |
Closing and dismissal | CAN Steering Committee |