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bring a list of questions.
yyKeep copies of all academic records
together in a binder and take with you to
all advising appointments.
yyAsk questions if you do not understand
something or have a concern.
yySeek help when you need it--advising,
tutoring, or counseling.
yyCheck Bronco Direct regularly for holds
and items on your To Do List.
yyInform your advisor of personal issues
that might impact your academic success
if you are comfortable doing so.
yyTake responsibility for your education. yyUse available resources: your department
Blackboard site, the university catalog, the Registrar’s Office web site, and the Bronco Advising Center.
yyDon’t procrastinate! Don’t wait until the last minute to seek advising.
yyBe considerate of your advisor and understand that he/she has many advisees.
yyBe honest and respectful in interactions with your advisor.
yyDon’t believe everything you hear from your peers.
yyDon’t expect your advisor to know the answer to everything.
The Advisor:
yyActively listen to your questions and concerns and take steps to provide information and support as needed.
yyRefer you to appropriate campus services as needed.
yyDemonstrate how to use advising tools: Degree Progress Report, Transfer Credit Report, Bronco Direct, My Planner, and Assist.org.
yyCommunicate with you via your CPP email account.
yyProvide a positive and confidential environment where you can comfortably discuss academic and personal goals.
yyUnderstand and effectively communicate the curriculum, degree requirements, graduation requirements, and university policies and procedures.
yyReview your academic plan, providing
advice about courses, course loads, and
prerequisites.
yyBe honest and respectful in interactions. yyBe accessible for advising during drop-ins,
by appointment, or by email. yyMaintain confidentiality per Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA).
WHAT TO TALK TO YOUR ADVISOR ABOUT
ADVISING
Academic plan
Academic probation
Change of major
Course substitutions
Declaring a minor
Degree progress Report (DPR)
Degree requirements Disqualification General Ed requirements GWT
Academic policies Student services Clubs
Curriculum sheet
Holds
Leave of absence
My Planner
Summer school
Transfer credit report (TCR)
Internships
Major options/tracks Petitions
GPP-11555
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