I honestly never thought that I would be able to write a blog post that connected The Twilight Zone to academic advising but alas...here it is.
I stumbled across this episode tonight as I was working on finishing up an exam for student development theory. Please bear with the lack of blog postings.... I am almost done for the semester and with my Master's degree. In the midst of graduation and a new position at work, I am also trying to move into a new apartment and get insurance, retirement accounts, and all those other goodies set up as well...I wouldn't have it any other way though...
Back to the topic....
This episode made me realize that even though we might not think that we make a difference in student lives, we really do...sometimes in a very big way. It might not be because we helped them get into a class that they needed or because we helped them select a major...
It might be because we taught them how to think for themselves and "fish" for knowledge or that we pushed them to take that course in Ancient Greek that inspired them to study abroad...There are so many things that we (as advisors) say and do on a daily basis that impact and change lives...Our job is a very important one...
Take a few minutes and watch the episode...even if you aren't a Twilight Zone fan you will be able to relate.
Enjoy!
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