On this special global edition of Adventures in Advising, Dr. Margaret Mbindyo brings together Yoshinobu Onishi, Megumi Yamasaki, Jushan Cheng, and Chiahuan Chen for a rich, eye-opening conversation about how academic advising is taking shape in Japan and Taiwan. From helping students navigate major choice, family expectations, and mental health, to exploring the role of technology, study abroad, and holistic student support, this episode shines a light on the shared advising around the world. Tune in for thoughtful insights, cross-cultural wisdom, and a powerful reminder that great advising can help students find clarity, confidence, and their path forward.

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In this episode of Adventures in Advising, Matt chats with Chad Cain from Texas Tech University for a conversation filled with insight, warmth, and authentic reflections on the work of supporting students. From Chad’s higher ed origin story and the mentors who shaped his path, to the many hats he wears in the Honors College, this episode explores what it means to lead with care, curiosity, and a deep commitment to student success. Along the way, Chad shares insights on honors education, medical pathway programs, meaningful student connections, and why the best work in higher ed is always personal. There is coffee, there is wisdom, there is a tiny baseball rivalry, and there is plenty of inspiration for anyone who believes in the power of showing up for students.

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What makes academic advising and personal tutoring truly effective? In this guest-hosted episode, Dave Lochtie is joined by co-authors Andrew Stork, Ben Walker, and Alison Raby to unpack the second edition of Effective Personal Tutoring and Academic Advising in Higher Education. Together, they explore what has changed since the first edition, why relationships matter more than ever, and how advising can move from a vague check-in to a meaningful, high-impact part of the student experience.

From coaching conversations and inclusive tutoring to managing expectations, measuring impact, and supporting students in an increasingly AI-shaped world, this episode is packed with practical ideas for higher education professionals. Whether you are building a campus-wide advising model or simply looking to make your student interactions more purposeful, this conversation offers fresh insight, global perspective, and plenty of food for thought.

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