Advising Syllabus

Advising Goals

The Career and Academic Advising team will:

• Treat students in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner;
• Support student decision-making by providing accurate information regarding programs of study, program requirements, transfer options and college policies and procedures;
• Teach students to develop and implement educational plans that are compatible with their interests, abilities and lifestyles to promote student success;
• Assist students with identifying other college resources that can help them meet their academic and career goals; and
• Encourage students to become engaged members of the campus and community.

Values

The team uses the following core values as a guide in the development and evaluation of our center’s goals and objectives.

• Mutual Respect
• Accountability
• Responsibility
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Trust

Advisor Responsibilities

• Facilitate students’ exploration of interests, abilities and goals, and help students relate them to programs of study.
• Recommend and clarify programs of study based on student interests, abilities and priorities.
• Facilitate effective decision-making in students’ selection of program of study.
• Assist in the development of an educational plan that satisfies degree requirements.
• Recommend appropriate college resources to assist students in reaching their academic goals.
• Inform students of and clarify college policies and procedures.
• Provide accurate contact information for faculty mentor

Student Responsibilities

• Research program of study thoroughly to ensure that it is compatible with educational and career goals.
• Make contact with appropriate faculty program chair.
• Keep a personal record of progress toward degree completion and organize official university documents in a way that is easily accessible for them.
• Seek and take advantage of resources that will enhance educational and career goals.
• Know the information contained in the College Catalog and Student Handbook.

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