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Presentation Proposal - NACADA Annual Conference
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Conference Year: 2025
Session #: (SP)
Title: Athletic Academic Advisors' Role in Student-Athletes' Major Selection and Career Development
Lead Presenter: Sarah Stokowski
Date: October 27, 2025    Time: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Room: Pisa and Palermo, Promenade Level
Abstract: This study explores the role of athletic academic advisors in guiding college student-athletes through major selection, academic planning, and career preparation. Grounded in developmental advising theory and the appreciative advising model, this research examines the advising strategies employed to support student-athletes while addressing challenges such as major clustering and NCAA compliance. Using a qualitative methodology, semi-structured interviews will be conducted with athletic academic advisors to analyze how institutional policies, advising frameworks, and student-athlete identity influence academic decision-making. Findings will contribute to the literature on student-athlete academic success and provide practical recommendations for improving academic advising practices. This study aims to enhance institutional advising structures, ensuring student-athletes receive holistic academic and career support that extends beyond their athletic careers.
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