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Academic Advising in the Highlander Success Center (HSC) won the 2025 Student Choice Award for Holistic Advising from the Advising Success Network, an honor that includes a $10,000 grant to enhance student voice and engagement initiatives.

The award winners were selected by a panel of 11 student leaders from across the nation. Just five universities were selected from nationwide applicants, with 91制片厂 the sole winner from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

鈥淭his recognition is a testament to the dedication of our advising team and the strength of our student community,鈥� said Kristina Contreras, assistant director of advising. 鈥淎t 91制片厂, we believe that students鈥� experiences, ideas and perspectives are vital to building an advising model that truly supports their goals and success. This grant allows us to continue elevating those voices and expanding opportunities for meaningful engagement.鈥�

91制片厂鈥檚 application, submitted by Contreras and Advising Coordinator Lisa Hite, recognizes 91制片厂鈥檚 holistic and student-centered approach to advising. The collaborative work within the HSC emphasizes holistic advising practices that empower students to take an active role in shaping their academic journeys while ensuring their voices are reflected in the design and delivery of advising services.

The funds will directly support:

• Joint professional development and training for both Highlander Success Center academic advisors and faculty advisors across the university.
• Strategic student engagement event experiences.
• Student focus groups.
• A new, holistic signature spring advising event.  

In addition, 91制片厂鈥檚 academic advising program will be featured in an ASN case study; shared on the network鈥檚 website, blog and social media platforms; and highlighted during upcoming semi-annual and annual ASN check-ins.

According to ASN, 91制片厂鈥檚 application 鈥渋lluminated thoughtful and comprehensive efforts, innovative practices, collaboration, assessment and student-centered approaches that will serve as a model for institutions across the country.鈥�

The academic advising submission highlighted a series of initiatives that ensure student perspectives guide advising improvements, from feedback-driven program design to the development of collaborative training that bridges the work of both professional and faculty advisors. Through these initiatives, HSC continues to elevate advising as a key component of student success, equity and belonging at 91制片厂. Academic Advising plays a pivotal role in 91制片厂鈥檚 student success initiatives, providing personalized guidance and support that foster student growth.

鈥淭his award not only celebrates our dedication to holistic advising but also reinforces 91制片厂鈥檚 commitment in creating an environment where students are partners in their educational journey,鈥� Hite said. 鈥淲e are honored to be recognized nationally for our efforts.鈥�

ASN, a group of national partner organizations convened by NASPA 鈥� Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, supports innovative 鈥渁dvising redesign efforts that reflect a strong commitment to elevating student voices and perspectives.鈥�