Who is my Advisor?
Once you have declared your major, you will be assigned an academic advisor. However, you can meet with ANY of our advisors, not just the one assigned.
Follow the steps below to find your assigned advisor:
1. Log into myBanner
2. Select the "Student" tab at the top of the page
3. Select "Registration"
4. View "Major & Advisor Information."
How are Faculty Advisors and Academic Advisors different?
Faculty Advisors are experts in your major field of study and possess an unparalleled knowledge of course content and career possibilities within your field. They are able to provide insight and mentoring as it pertains to graduate programs and future employment. As professors, they also understand the aptitude and determination required to successfully complete the academic requirements of the major. Finally, faculty advisors are well connected locally, regionally, and across the United States.
Academic Advisors help provide a broad perspective of the undergraduate experience and assist in navigating academic policies and procedures. In particular, academic advisors provide assistance in the following areas:
- Course registration and scheduling
- Major requirements
- Discussion of potential minors or a second major
- Integrating Study Abroad into your academic plan
- Scholarship opportunities
- General Education requirements
- Transfer courses from another institution (in particular, for students who take courses elsewhere over the summer)
- Appropriate referrals to University Resources