The O'Banion Model of Academic Advising: An Integrative Approach
The authors examine the O'Banion model of academic advising before presenting a variation of it that is both nonlinear and holistic. Applying O'Banion's five dimensions— a) exploration of life goals, b) exploration of vocational goals, c) program choice, d) course choice, and e) scheduling options—to two case studies, the authors demonstrate how an advisor and advisee may cover all aspects of the O'Banion model in a natural, fluid manner.
Contributor Notes
John Burton is an Associate Professor in First College at Metropolitan State University and coordinates the First College Advising Center. His interests are in adult and alternative education, career development, advising, and other student development issues. Student-centered education is a significant factor in his educational endeavors. He may be contacted at Metropolitan State University, 730 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1897 or by Email at jburton@msusl.msus.edu.
Dr. Kathy Wellington is an Associate Professor in the Writing Department of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at Metropolitan State University and coordinates the CAS Advising Center. Her interests include advising, reading assessment, appropriate placement of incoming students, and literacy. In addition to teaching college reading courses, she works with students on study skills issues. She may be contacted at Metropolitan State University, 730 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1897 or by E-mail at kathyw@msusl.msus.edu.
The authors wish to thank Dr. Carol Holmberg, Metropolitan State University, for her invaluable assistance in conceptualizing the visual representations that reflect the Integrative Advising Model of Academic Advising.
