Advising Syllabus 2012-2013
ADVISING OFFICE:
LOCATION: Krannert 352
PHONE: (765) 494-4343
FAX: (765) 496- 1479
HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8am-12pm and 1-5pm
APPOINTMENT POLICY:
In order to register for classes each semester you MUST make an appointment through Katalyst with your
assigned advisor. For other questions during the year, you may come during walk-in hours or use email for
quick questions. Your advisor may request that you make an appointment for certain issues based on time
and ease of communication.
Krannert School of Management Advising Office (MAO) Mission:
The mission of advising at Purdue University is to partner with students, faculty, staff, departments and
administration to empower students to develop and implement an individualized plan for academic success,
personal, and career development; while integrating learning and enrichment within the University and
community (PACADA, 2007).
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Your Advisor expects you to:
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Schedule regular appointments each semester.
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Arrive to appointments on time and prepared with registration materials.
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Contact the advising office ahead of time if unable to make scheduled appointment.
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Check Purdue email account regularly and respond to messages from your advisor when necessary.
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Keep a record of your academic progress and goals.
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Seek help before a situation becomes a crisis.
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Take an active role in the investigation of potential majors and/or careers.
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Seek out campus resources and services to help meet academic, personal, and career goals.
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Accept responsibility for your decisions and actions.
EXPECTATIONS OF ADVISORS
You can expect your Advisor to:
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Interpret Purdue and School of Management requirements, policies, and procedures.
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Provide a safe space in which to share your questions, aspirations, concerns, and interests.
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Assist the exploration areas of study and corresponding career options.
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Refer you to campus services, organizations, and faculty and staff members as needed.
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Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Family Educational Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA).
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Assist you in making academically sound course and major decisions.
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Provide you with accurate and up-to-date information regarding course and major requirements
RECOMMENDED ADVISING RESOURCES TO REVIEW:
School of Management website: www.krannert.purdue.edu/undergraduate
Purdue Helpdesk: www.purdue.edu/helpdesk
Office of the Registrar: www.purdue.edu/registrar
Office of the Bursar: www.purdue.edu/bursar
Office of the Dean of Students: www.purdue.edu/odos
SAFE ZONE
MAO advisors actively create an open, respectful, and supportive environment for all people. We serve students of all abilities, sexual orientations,
genders, races, cultures, and socio-economic statuses.
Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity university.
OUR ADVISING CALENDAR
Summer 2012
When
June/July
What
STAR: Meet your advisor and register for the fall semester.
Fall 2012
When
What
August 12 -17
Boiler Gold Rush
August 19
Common Reading Convocation/ Host a Freshmen (MGMT 90000)
August 20
Classes Begin
August 20 - 31
Walk-in advising available for quick questions
September 3
Last day to drop a course without record
September 3
Labor Day ( No classes)
September 12 – 14
Krannert Career Fair - Purdue Memorial Union
September 17
Last day to add or modify, or drop a course without a grade
October 8 -9
October Break (No classes)
October 17
Second 8 week courses begin
October 24
Last day to add or drop a course under extenuating circumstances
November 21 - 24
Thanksgiving Vacation (No classes)
December 8
Classes end
December10 - 15
Final Exams
December 15
Semester Ends
*Please check email for registration dates for the upcoming semester!
Spring 2013
When
What
January 7
Classes Begin
January 7 - 18
Walk-in advising available for quick questions
January 21
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No classes)
January 21
Last day to drop a course without record
January 30 – February 1
Krannert Career Fair - Purdue Memorial Union
February 4
Last day to add or modify, or drop a course without a grade
March 4
Second 8 week courses begin
March 11 - 16
Spring Vacation (No classes)
March 18
Last day to add or drop a course under extenuating circumstances
April 27
Classes End
April 29 – May 4
Final Exams
May 4
Semester Ends
*Please check email for registration dates for the upcoming semester!
4-YEAR ADVISING PLAN:
Discuss ways you can achieve
these outcomes with your
Academic Advisor.
First Year – Inquire and Choose
- Select a major plan of study
- Attend all classes
- Get to know your professors
- Investigate student
organizations and get involved
- Develop a personal resume
- Attend career fairs
Second Year – Assess and Explore
- Complete introductory courses
in your major and evaluate your
commitment
- Indentify your immediate and
long term goals
- Attend career related
workshops and clinics
- Research study abroad and
honors programs of interest
Third Year – Investigate
- Plan your remaining courses
through graduation
- Seek out leadership roles in
activities or employment
- Update your resume
- Register with the CCO (Center
for Career Opportunities)
- Work, volunteer, intern or job
shadow in your filed
- Attend Career Fairs
Fourth Year – Evaluate and Plan
- Complete all degree
requirements
- Utilize career resources
provided by the CCO and
Management Career Services
- Develop a job search plan
- Research prospective
employers
- Keep in touch with your
Academic Advisor
SAFE ZONE
MAO advisors actively create an open, respectful, and supportive environment for all people. We serve students of all abilities, sexual orientations,
genders, races, cultures, and socio-economic statuses.
Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity university.