Advising

The College provides academic advising services to all CMNS undergraduates. Academic advising is an important connection for students as they navigate the university from their transition through graduation.

Academic Advising

Information on how to make an advising appointment is found on the departmental website for the major or minor. Academic planning, academic progress, course selection and career goals are among the topics discussed during advising sessions. Advising is mandatory for Atmospheric and Oceanic Science, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics majors. Biological Sciences has mandatory advising initially—visit the program website. Computer Science majors have mandatory advising for new students; please visit the department website for more information.

The CMNS Office of Student Services offers drop-in advising to all students in the college.

Advising for health professions is provided through the Reed-Yorke Health Professions Advising Office.

Drop-In Advising

The CMNS Office of Student Services offers drop-in advising for undergraduate students for specific topics at designated times throughout the year. Drop-in advising should last no more than 10-15 minutes.

General drop-in advising topics:

  • In January/February and August/September: Questions about schedule adjustment (course selection, academic resources, etc.)
  • In April and November: Questions about dropping a class with a W
  • In May and December: Questions about withdrawing from the semester completely

SPARK (Students Pursuing Academic Resources and Knowledge) drop-in advising is intended to provide access to advising early in the semester to assist students in making connections with campus resources that may improve their performance. Early intervention helps students change patterns and make decisions when they have time to change outcomes. 

Who should attend a SPARK drop-in session: 

  • Students experiencing challenges or barriers in their current semester 
  • Students who are concerned about their academic performance 
  • Students interested in resources that can enhance their time management and study skills

Please note: All other advising matters or anything lasting longer than 10-15 minutes should be addressed with your assigned advisor. 

If drop-in advising is not available, please contact your advisor with any questions. Drop-ins do not substitute for mandatory advising and blocks are not lifted. 

Computer Science majors seeking course permissions should contact their advisor or utilize drop-in advising specifically within the Department of Computer Science.

Drop-in Advising Schedule

Please check these hours periodically, as times may change. General drop-in advising in the Office of Student Services is only offered during the schedule adjustment period, around the last day to drop with a W and around the last day of the semester. 

Please check-in for virtual drop-in advising here. For in-person drop-ins, please visit 1300 Symons Hall.