[Advising] University Life Awards-Outstanding Academic Advisor

Good morning, Please join me in congratulating Stephen Chaney as the recipient of the 2015 Student Government University Life Award for Outstanding Academic Advisor. Below is an excerpt from his nomination. Stephen has consistently done an exemplary job taking care of the students he advises. He actively seeks out the wisdom of those with more experience to affirm that he is providing his students with the most up-to-date information for their degree programs. In addition, he has an open mind to learn from his own students about the opportunities within UTSA. This sends the message that he respects all members of his community as resources to improve his own advising skills so that he may become a great mentor for the advisors of the future. Stephen wholeheartedly listens to his students when they seek his help so as to meet their needs toward achieving what they want to get from their degree plans while studying at UTSA. He also goes above and beyond in providing exceptional service to students through presenting supplementary sources of information that may be of interest to their degree plans. Stephen seeks out ways to make a difference, whether on or off campus. He volunteered to aid with the Fall 2014 Honors College Research Symposium. He also supported UTSA and the Honors College through assisting with the Fall 2014 Alamo Colleges Convention where he served as an advisor for future transfer students to the university. Stephen brings a smile and lightheartedness to those in the Honors College through his respect, care, and encouragement of students and coworkers. He seeks out ways to make a difference for the community. Congratulations again Stephen! Barbara