In an era of shifting student needs and evolving campus cultures, resilience is essential. "Tuning the Instrument: Mindfulness and Stuff" invites participants to explore practical, research-backed strategies that strengthen focus, reduce stress, and help educators and students thrive in new norms. This is the first webinar in ACPA-Michigan's 2026 Webinar Series "Doing More with Less," which will feature presentations from higher education faculty and staff about how their campus remains steadfast in centering student success while facing budget cuts, minimized staffs, and uncertain futures. We hope you'll join us!

Managing a large caseload of students doesn’t have to mean sacrificing connection, clarity, or student engagement. In this interactive session, participants will learn how to design and implement group advising experiences that builds community, fosters student agency, and creates connections that last beyond a single session – a true slay! This is the second webinar in ACPA-Michigan’s 2026 Webinar Series “Doing More with Less,” which features presentations from higher education faculty and staff about how their campus remains steadfast in centering student success while facing budget cuts, minimized staffs, and uncertain futures. We hope you’ll join us!