Student's Role in Advising

• Initiate contact with your faculty advisor and/or an advising center
• Give thoughtful consideration to your academic and career goals
• Bring a current copy of your degree progress form to your advising meeting
• Prepare a written list of questions before each meeting with your advisor
• Actively participate in the advising session
• Ask questions! If you do not understand a policy or procedure, ask questions until you do understand
• Know the Academic Calendar Do not miss deadlines Know when to register and drop or add courses
• Schedule courses that are consistent with your educational goals and that will meet degree requirements
• Accept responsibility for making final decisons on academic choices. Academic advisors will present you with options, the decisions are yours.