Recent research indicates disparities in the effectiveness of academic advising for different student groups. While racial minority students engage more with advisers, they make less progress in GPA and timely graduation compared to white students. Surveys show a significant percentage of students are unaware of advising resources and some find it challenging to access advisers. The study analyzed data from a large public institution from 2017-2021, underscoring the necessity for improved advising processes and holistic student support programs to ensure equitable outcomes.
Despite increased engagement with academic advisers, students from racial minority backgrounds see less improvement in GPA and graduation rates compared to their white peers.
Research emphasizes the need for holistic student support programs, highlighting that merely increasing access to advising does not lead to equitable outcomes.
Surveys reveal significant gaps in academic advising awareness and effectiveness, with one-third of students unaware of available resources and others reporting difficulty in accessing advisers.
The study's analysis of a large public institution’s data over four years showed disparities in academic advising among different demographic groups, warranting focused improvements.
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