We help students make informed choices about degree and graduation requirements. That means we can help clarify curriculum, course content, and right-for-you course sequences. We also walk you through the many types of educational experiences you can have that make your college experience as rich and fulfilling as you want!

Your Advisor can help you with --

• Learning how to use MyPath
• Understand your Major, Minor, Emphasis requirements
• Explore internship opportunities that meet Major requirements
• Explore study abroad opportunities that meet educational requirements

We can assist you in the process of clarifying and identifying your own career and life goals, feeling more confident in decision-making processes, and becoming more powerful in your own self-direction.

Your Advisor can help you with --

• Choosing classes that prepare you for your career
• Connecting to academic support services to support good grades
• Exploring minors or projects that meet your personal or professional needs
• Discussing reasonable goals that match your needs

GVSU has policies and procedures for many aspects of college academics and life. We, as advisors, are here to help you sort it all out! While the university considers you responsible for your role in the academic process and navigating the university system, we are here to make it as smooth as possible.

Your Advisor can help you with --

• Being aware of payment deadlines and consequences of missing payments
• Being aware of grade requirements and classroom policies
• Filling out paperwork for petitions
• Locating appropriate paperwork and people for following the rules

Grand Valley offers many resources around campus that support the academic, professional, and personal aspects of the lives of all students. As a student here, you have access to all of these resources.

Your Advisor can help you with --

• Finding support services that can address financial, social, academic, or personal well-being needs.