Responsibilities of Academic Advisors

· Respect the student’s right to privacy of educational records (FERPA)

· Be accessible to students (This includes maintaining regular office hours.)

· Strengthen advising skills by regularly participating in training activities

· Be familiar with institutional regulations and academic policies and procedures and communicate these to the student

· Offer advice on course selection (New Student Orientation process)

· Assist with the development of an academic plan that satisfies degree requirements (Early Bird Advising process)

· Assist with goal-setting, both short-term and long term, that are consistent with student’s abilities and interests (This includes course load and factors such as academic background, program demands, employment or personal commitments)

· Discuss academic performance and the implications of poor academic performance

· Make referrals to appropriate resources as needed (This includes Tutorial Services, Financial Aid, and Counseling & Career Services)