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The Advising Appointment
 
The process of academic advising is a two-way interaction where the advisee and the advisor work together to achieve a common goal. Both the advisee and the advisor have responsibilities to fulfill in order for the process to work. Here is some information so you will know what your advisor will expect of you and what you can expect of your advisor.
 
Advisee Responsibilities
  • Seek advising from appropriate advisors at appropriate times.
  • Keep scheduled appointments. If it is necessary for you to reschedule your appointment, please call the Advising Center before the appointment.
  • Ask specific questions regarding general education requirements, academic policies, resource referrals (tutoring, notetaking, career exploration, personal counseling).
  • To monitor academic progress.
  • Look over the schedule and prepare a list of classes you are considering taking.
  • Give your advisor accurate information about your study habits, strengths and weaknesses, academic progress.
  • Listen to your advisor and consider his/her advice and recommendations.
 
Advisor Responsibilities
  • Keep scheduled appointments. Contact student if it is necessary to reschedule.
  • Be prepared with appropriate materials (student file with academic information, class schedule, general education and major checklists, resource referral information).
  • Provide accurate information about classes, general education and major requirements, registration and drop/add deadlines, academic policies and procedures.
  • Assist in the evaluation of your academic progress.
  • Listen to advisee's concerns and questions and assist in making decisions and solving problems.
  • Suggest options for careers, majors, and selection of courses.
Advisors are always available. Students are responsible for seeking them out.
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