Academic Advising
It is University policy that each student is entitled to academic advising. Advising expedites course selection and helps the student create a personal academic program suited to his or her needs and the University’s graduation requirements.
Academic planning is best achieved when a student works with a qualified advisor. Students who declare majors are assigned advisors in their programs. Undergraduate students who have not yet declared majors are advised by the Office of Academic Support and Advising located in the lower level of Michener. Each advisor has access to a complete summary of a student’s academic records, which are updated each semester.
Information provided by the Registrar’s Office and information from advising sessions with the student equip the advisor to help with a variety of academic issues, procedures and opportunities.
All students are encouraged to make full use of the advising system including, but not limited to, a visit to an advisor before registration each semester. Appointments are encouraged for all students and are mandatory in most offices.