Alumni involvement in the university counseling process
In this interview, Irena Filkova and László Zala answer questions from Alena Sivitskaya about the importance of alumni engagement in university counseling. They explore how schools can build meaningful alumni networks, involve former students in mentoring and career guidance, and use their experiences to help current students make informed decisions about their futures.
One-man army: how to survive as a single counselor in a public school
Shota Katamadze, College Counselor at Komarovi School in Georgia, shares his experience of building a university counseling program from the ground up as the school’s sole counselor. Interviewed by Alena Sivitskaya, he discusses the challenges of supporting a diverse student population, engaging parents, and creating a collaborative counselling community.
Beyond the hype: how AI can support the university counseling process
AI is reshaping university counseling, but its greatest value may not be in replacing human advisors, but in giving them more time to focus on what matters most. Serge Nader explores how counselors can use AI responsibly to better understand students, navigate a changing job market, and support more personalized decision-making while keeping trust, judgment and human connection at the heart of the process.
Making the most of your next e-conference
E-conferences have become a valuable and accessible way for counselors to connect with universities and expand their knowledge of global higher education. Drawing on her own experience, Shailaja Raghavendra shares practical tips for preparing, making meaningful connections, asking the right questions and following up; helping counselors turn a virtual event into a rewarding professional opportunity.
