1. Academic Advising

2. The Goals for Today’s Discussion1 2 3
An Introduction to the Department
Defining the Advising Partnership
Resources
&
Important Dates

3. An Introduction to the Department1
An Introduction to the Department

4. Department Information
Success comes from effort and hard work
Department success stories
Enjoy Learning
Opportunities in the department
Clubs/organizations
Do not lose interest when challenged
Resources and support in the department

5. 2
Advising Partnership

6. Impact of Advising
“The quality of academic advising is the single most powerful predictor of satisfaction with the campus environment at four-year schools”
National Survey of Student Engagement

7. Impact of Advising
Students who meet with their advisor are more satisfied with advising and their institution.
This satisfaction leads students to:
Be more likely to interact with faculty
Perceive institution’s overall environment to be supportive
Be more satisfied with their college experience
Gain more from college in most areas

8. Academic Advising IS NOT IS Going to an appointment prepared to:
share information
ask questions
Going to an appointment expecting the advisor to:
create your schedule
make decisions for you

9. Student Responsibilities
Become knowledgeable about the University’s programs, policies and procedures
Clarify personal values and goals
Prepare a list of questions or concerns
Accept responsibility for academic decisions and performance
Keep a personal record of all academic progress
Follow through on suggested actions and referrals

10. What can I expect from an Academic Advisor
Communicate the University’s curriculum, requirements, policies and procedures
Help clarify options, education goals and potential
Listen carefully to questions and concerns
Assist with planning academic paths, abilities and interests
Monitor students’ progress
Talk Advising to Me

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Resources
& Important Dates

12. Academic Advising & Course Selection
October 29-November 9
Make an appointment with your advisor
Check your degree and Fredonia Foundations requirements and make a list of classes you would like to take
Bring your list of classes and any questions with you to your appointment

13. Important Dates Aug 27 Mon First Day of Classes 27-28 Mon-Tues
Schedule Changes - Internet 31
Fri
Final Day to DROP Courses
Sept 3
No Classes-Labor Day 5
Wed
Final Day to ADD Courses
Oct
11-12
Thur-Fri
No Classes - Fall Break 25
Thurs
Mid Semester Grades Available to Students
Oct-Nov
29-9
Mon-Fri
Academic Advising & Course Selection
Nov
Undergraduate Registration Begins 9
Final Day to WITHDRAW from Courses*
19-23
No Classes - Thanksgiving Break
Dec
Last Day to Completely Withdraw from the University 14
Last Day of Classes
17-21
Final Exams 28
Final Grades Available to Students after 3:00pm

14. University Catalog
This is your agreement with Fredonia, consult it frequently….it has valuable information
Includes:
Course Descriptions and Prerequisites
Major Requirements
College Policies
Minor Requirements
On-line College Catalog

15. Common Errors Concerning the Fredonia Foundations
Forgetting to consider Advanced Placement
Forgetting to consider Transfer Credits
Forgetting to consider prerequisites
Some may be in your major
Double Dipping Opportunities Abound!

16. Requirements to Graduate
120 Credits
Minimum GPA of 2.0
Completion of all required courses in the Major
Completion of all General Education Requirements
No more than 4 credit hours of P.E. courses
Minimum of 45 semester hours at Fredonia

17. Degree Works

18. Degree Works Videos

19. Your Connection Videos

20. Questions?