Academic Advising
All incoming students are assigned a faculty academic advisor, who serves as a mentor to help students make an effective transition to college. In addition to a faculty academic advisor, students are also assigned a student success advisor.
Advisors help students become independent, responsible learners who understand self; are familiar with institutional policies and cultural norms; possess problem-solving skills; and know how to access a variety of academic, career planning, and personal support services. They also help students develop an educational plan consistent with their aptitudes, interests, and life goals.
Freshman students are normally assigned to a faculty advisor in their designated major. Exploratory students are initially assigned to special faculty or professional staff advisors. Freshman advising cohorts are kept small to ensure that freshmen receive strong support and guidance during a significant transitional period. Transfer students are also assigned to a faculty member in their chosen major and a student success advisor.
Students are officially accepted into specific programs at various times, depending on the discipline. In most cases, students will be assigned an advisor in their intended major even if official acceptance into the program comes later.