Student Responsibilities
Within the first two weeks of classes:
- Find out the name of your advisor. This information is available in your Wildcats Online account, or you can contact the Academic and Career Success Center, an academic dean, or the Registrar’s Office.
- Make an appointment to see your advisor.
- Introduce yourself to your advisor.
Before your appointment with your advisor:
- Review the course catalog (online) and read the specific requirements which must be completed within your major/endorsement.
- Print a copy or review your unofficial transcript from Wildcats Online and bring notes to the meeting with your advisor.
- Make a list of possible future courses you wish to enroll in and jot down specific questions about the courses and your future plans.
During your appointment, visit with your advisor concerning:
- Your life and career plans, academic goals, major field interest areas and electives.
- Present the outline of your coursework and talk about the time frame for program, course, or degree completion.
- Discuss the specific or general requirements which you have noted from the catalog with your advisor. Ask for clarification.
Prior to pre-registration:
- Make an appointment with your advisor.
- Check online class schedules.
- Review the class schedule and prepare a preliminary semester schedule.
Review with your advisor:
- The courses for the next registration period recorded on your preliminary schedule.
- How your next semester’s classes fit in with your overall program.
- Receive registration instructions from your advisor and follow posted information.
Don't forget:
- Periodically stop by and inform your advisor about how you are getting along.
If you have a double major or endorsement, it’s a good idea to have an academic advisor for both fields of study.