Advisement
Academic advising is a collaborative relationship between a student and an academic advisor. Upon admission to the college, students are assigned an advisor. The intent of advising is to assist the student in developing meaningful educational goals that are consistent with personal interests, values, and abilities. Although many individuals on campus, including academic advisors, may help the student in making decisions and accomplishing goals, the academic advisor assists the student in progressing toward the completion of the chosen program of study and identification of additional opportunities. The student maintains the ultimate responsibility for making informed decisions about all educational plans and choices. Still, effective academic advising helps the student become aware of and utilize academic and student support services available on campus.
Academic advisors may be reached via email, telephone, or in person. Students should schedule appointments for advisement to allow adequate time for the advisement session. Unscheduled visits to program faculty should be during their office hours or to student affairs staff during the College’s operational hours in the Student Affairs Center located in the Joseph E. Kennedy Building on the main campus.