The value of mentoring is obvious, but the mentor’s individual tasks and duties are poorly described in the literature. Mentors are sometimes referred to as advocates, counsellors, counsellors, coaches, supporters, and colleagues, among other things (Anderson and Shannon 1988; Boyle and Boice 1998; COSEPUP 1997; Johnson 2003).
Academic counselling is a two-way street between a student and an academic adviser. The aim of this partnership is to help the student develop concrete educational objectives that are aligned with personal desires, beliefs, and skills.
The 2014 National Student Satisfaction and Priorities Report (Noel-Levitz) highlighted academic advising as a core category.
The thought came to me when I was looking for the best degree and university for myself last year in 2020, around the time COVID-19 wiped out several businesses and had a global influence. I found a Ph.D. student on Facebook who, in his free time, counsels other students who are uncertain and reluctant to make their own choices.
In past studies on student perceptions of their college experience, students have reported dissatisfaction with academic advising (Allen & Smith, 2008; Keup & Stolzenberg, 2004; Kuh, Kinzie, Schuh, & Whitt, 2005).
I trusted this person because I knew he was not obligated to another organization or agency in return for students or referrals. I knew he was well-educated and could advise me about how to plan my future career in light of current global events. After my first touch, I was overjoyed that I had actually met someone that could assist me and brighten my path. Unfortunately, many university officials these days are unethical, and they are hesitant to provide truthful details to students because of the commission percentage they receive from colleges for each enrolling pupil. As a result, 53% of graduates became unemployed or worked in other sectors because they were uninterested in the occupation for which they were educated.
