Scope of Advising
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down to read about the various responsibilities of advisees and the
role of the advisor in the advising process.
Advisee Responsibilities
Advisees (Students) should:
Make an appointment with his/her academic advisor
prior to the registration appointment date in PAWS; Prepare for the advising appointment by reviewing
the requirements for graduation in the appropriate catalog; Be familiar with courses, course descriptions,
and prerequisites for major/minor programs and the general education
program; Bring a proposed educational plan to the advising
appointment, preferably an academic plan through graduation (sometimes
called a 4-year plan); Be prepared to discuss life goals; Follow through with the academic plan and any referrals
to utilize support services discussed at the appointment; Exhibit a professional and respectful attitude
towards advisors.
Your Advisor can help you...
EXPLORE YOUR LIFE GOALS
Determine career aspirations,
e.g. where do you want to be 5 years from now? 10 years?
Answer "What are you good
at? What do you enjoy?"
EXPLORE YOUR VOCATIONAL
GOALS
Develop knowledge of vocational fields
Understand the changing nature of work in society
Accept all fields of work as worthy and dignified
Seek information when other options are available
CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM
Understand what programs are available in the
college
Understand the requirements of
programs (special entrance requirements, fees, time commitments)
Know the University requirements for transfer
programs
CHOOSE YOUR COURSES
Explore course choices and course content
Discover any special information regarding courses
(prerequisites, transferability, does the course meet graduation
requirements?)
Understand the rules and regulations
of the University, e.g., probation and dismissal, limit on course
loads
Discover opportunities for honors courses or
remedial courses
SCHEDULE COURSES
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