Charting the Course Together: Innovation, Collaboration, and Best Practices in Advising
Friday, February 27, 2026 | Bastin Hall, The Citadel
Join us for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to advancing the art and impact of advising! In collaboration with the College of Charleston, this summit brings together passionate advisors to ignite ideas, elevate our practice, and drive real impact on student success. Let’s connect, collaborate, and shape the future of advising… together! Enjoy a complimentary lunch, student panel, and engaging sessions designed to foster innovation and community. Attendance fees are fully covered by our institutions, so all you need to bring is your energy and enthusiasm!
Interested in submitting a proposal?
We invite you to propose a presentation that showcases your best practices in advising… those with the biggest impact, greatest value, or most meaningful emphasis. Consider highlighting your unique role or the distinct student populations you serve to inspire and inform your colleagues.
Guidelines: Submit an abstract (max 150 words) that outlines your presentation and includes the major takeaway. Submit your abstract by December 22, 2025. Let your experience and insight help shape the future of advising!
Want to present but unsure of a topic area? Consider one of the following: Student Success & Retention Strategies, Technology & Data-Driven Advising, Holistic & Developmental Advising, Faculty & Staff Collaboration, Mental Health & Well-Being in Advising, Career & Experiential Learning Integration, Assessment & Continuous Improvement, Advising Special Populations.
2026 Keynote Speaker… more info coming soon!
Draft Schedule
11:30AM – Arrival & Check In
12:00PM – Welcome
12:30PM – Keynote Speaker
1:15PM – Student Panel
2:00PM – 15 minute Break
2:15PM – Break-Out Presentations
3:45PM – Closing Remarks & Raffle
A Message from the Advising Summit Planning Team
We’re thrilled to welcome you to this year’s Advising Summit at The Citadel, themed “Charting the Course Together: Innovation, Collaboration, and Best Practices in Advising.” This event is all about coming together to share ideas, elevate our work, and strengthen our impact on student success. We’re especially excited to collaborate with our colleagues from the College of Charleston this year, bringing even more diverse perspectives and energy to the conversation. Let’s make this summit a meaningful step forward together. We look forward to connecting with you in February 2026 on our beautiful campus!
Planning Team | Aubrey Carson, LTC Stephanie Fye, Prof. Andrea Gramling, Alex Henry, Dr. Karin Roof, Dr. Timothy Wood (The Citadel), Karen Hauschild (College of Charleston)
Questions? Please get in touch with one of the following team members:
- The Citadel: LTC Stephanie Fye | sfye@citadel.edu
- College of Charleston: Karen Hauschild | hauschildkb@cofc.edu