AAP JD Advising Compact

This Advising Compact outlines the mutual expectations and shared responsibilities between the Academic Achievement Program (AAP) and University of Miami School of Law JD students. It reflects a shared commitment to fostering a respectful, proactive, and collaborative advising relationship designed to support each student’s unique professional journey.

JD Student Responsibilities

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1. Educational Planning

Advisees are expected to articulate clear educational goals and develop a tentative plan of study in consultation with their advisor.
2. Familiarity with Academic Requirements:

Advisees are expected to thoroughly review and understand graduation requirements, the course planning sheet, and the academic calendar.
3. Course Selection

Advisees are expected to carefully choose courses that support their long-term academic and professional aspirations, ensuring they align with the goals outlined in their educational plan.
4. Preliminary Course Schedule

Advisees are expected to prepare and review a preliminary semester course schedule before meeting with their advisor to facilitate productive discussions.
5. Communication and Deadlines

Advisees are expected to proactively monitor official university communications (e.g., email, text messages, notifications) and adhere to publicized deadlines for appointments, registration, and other administrative tasks.
6. Professionalism

Advisees are expected to understand and adhere to the Law School Honor Code and the Student Handbook. There is an uncompromising expectation that advisees will conduct themselves with professionalism and civility in interactions with their advisor in both oral and written communications.

Advisor Responsibilities

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1. Academic Success Strategies

Advisors will introduce learning strategies to help students identify effective methods for reading and briefing cases, notetaking, and outlining. Advisors recommend regularly updating course outlines to systematically integrate key cases, statutes, and doctrinal points for better exam preparation.
2. Prepare for Examinations

Advisors will assist students in preparing for final examinations, including general tips for essay and multiple-choice exams, help with preparing exam study schedules, and strategies to prepare for timed exams. Advisors strongly recommend setting time aside for timed practice prior to final exams.
3. Addressing Academic Outcomes

Advisors will discuss academic performance with students in a supportive way, helping them to understand proper exam review. Consistent with the Student Handbook, first year students earning a grade of C- or below are required to meet with their professor to review their exam.
4. Fostering a Sense of Belonging

Advisors recognize the importance of belonging in students' academic and personal experiences. We support students in finding meaningful connections by encouraging engagement with student organizations, mentorship programs, and campus resources that promote a welcoming and supportive community.
5. Educational Guidance and Career Exploration:

Advisors play a key role in academic guidance. We will engage with advisees to understand their individual educational goals and offer advice that extends beyond graduation requirements. Advisors recommend exploring courses that align with professional goals and encourage students to seek guidance from other faculty and the Office of Career and Professional Development.
6. Course Recommendations

Advisors will assist advisees in identifying courses that align with their academic and professional interests, taking into consideration prerequisites, course availability, and progression toward graduation.

For questions regarding this Advising Compact, please contact your AAP Advisor.

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