The advisement process generally begins during new student orientation which may be scheduled prior to registration. Orientation (ORNT 0110) is strongly recommended for all entering full-time students and transfer students who have less than 30 semester hours or who are admitted on probationary status. Orientation for new students takes place during the late summer or during the first semester of enrollment.

Through the Orientation course, students learn how to be more effective in their college studies. The course emphasizes effective reading, notetaking, test taking, and time management strategies. While the course is beneficial to all students, the issues of balancing work, family obligations and time commitments with college work are emphasized.

If the student has declared a major, he or she is assigned to a faculty advisor in his/her major field. Undecided majors are advised by a member of the counseling staff or an assigned faculty advisor. The advisor works closely with the student in making satisfactory adjustment to the academic and co-curricular activities of the college. The advisor assists in preparing a degree plan, then works with the student each subsequent semester to keep the degree plan current.

Also available is a file of current catalogs from colleges and universities. As a part of the advisement program, students are guided in the proper selection of courses transferable to the university of their choice.

 

Find out more about orientation in the Student Services section of our online General Catalog.

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