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SECTION II: Policies and Procedures for all Students

Academic Advising

Advisor and Student Advisee Responsibilities Link to section

Upon Admission, all matriculated students are assigned a faculty advisor. Students will receive notification of the advisor's name and contact information no later than the start of the semester. Students are required to have a degree plan (submitted by their advisors in all programs except ABSN) on file in the Registrar’s Office. Students are expected to maintain contact with their advisors each semester and to consult with them regularly concerning course information and matters related to the academic program and professional development. Any questions about the advisement process should be directed to the Student Affairs Office

The advisor's responsibilities with each advisee are to: Link to section

  • Be acquainted with the student's interests/needs.

  • Discuss the course plan for program completion.

  • Be informed about the student's progress in the program.

  • Counsel regarding academic questions or problems.

  • Counsel regarding current or postgraduate employment, workload, course requirements, time commitments, clinical schedules, or needs to achieve a successful academic outcome.

  • Connect with the student if an academic alert is issued.

  • Meet twice per semester while the student is on probation.

The student advisee's responsibilities with the advisor are to: Link to section

  • Collaborate with their advisor to submit and keep an updated degree plan on file (except for ABSN students)

  • Review the degree requirements and monitor progress. Consult with their advisor when needed. 

  • Inform their advisor of academic progress in the program.

  • Seek the counsel of their advisor, as necessary.

  • Discuss with their advisor any changes in the registration and/or change of status.

  • Connect with their advisor if an academic alert is received.

  • Meet with their advisor twice per semester while on probation.