Faculty advisors can complete the worksheet and use it as the basis for a discussion with individual students, among a group of advisees, or with a team in the lab. Students prefer faculty members to initiate discussions.
- For each item, why does the advisor think that this is the best way to proceed?
- Which items are non-negotiable? Which can be discussed and determined together?
- In which ways does the advisor tailor her/his modus operandi to the individual student? Why does the faculty member change his/her MO? Does the advisor take into account the student’s personality, background experiences, stage in graduate studies, or other factors?
- What other expectations does the advisor have of students? When and how should students ask for clarification of expectations?