The only manual for faculty and staff who work directlywith student organizations Advising Student Groups and Organizations is aone-of-a-kind book that equips faculty members and administratorsto competently and confidently serve as advisers to clubs and otherstudent groups. The second edition is here to help colleges anduniversities keep up with the skyrocketing number of student groupsand shifts in the legal landscape. New chapters on crucial topics,updated case studies, and a full suite of practical resourcessimplify the process of navigating student organizations.With Advising Student Groups and Organizations, educatorscan turn the chore of advising into a rewarding activity thatbenefits everyone. Challenges like student apathy, universitypolitics, and budgetary restrictions can be overcome with the ideasand activities presented here. And in this fully updated edition,new chapters contain everything you need to know about:Advising fraternities and sororitiesNavigating laws such as FERPA, Title IX, and the Clery ActWorking with online distance students and using social media asan advising toolConflict mediation and training student advisorsYou'll want to keep this guide handy so you can take advantageof tools like reflection questions, activities, checklists, andsample forms. Advising Student Groups and Organizations evencovers the use of assessments such as True Colors andStrengthsFinder. Now you'll be able to cut through bureaucracy tomake the student advising experience truly transformative.