3RD YEAR ADVISING SYLLABUS - ACADEMIC ADVISING IN THE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
College of Science Academic Advising Mission Statement
Undergraduate academic advising in the College of Science teaches and empowers students to take responsibility for learning and
for their own academic success.
What is Academic Advising?
Academic advising is intended for you, as the student, to proactively plan and consult with your advisor on your academic program
in order to achieve your educational and professional goals.
3rd year Student’s Role in Academic Advising:
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Take responsibility for your education
Identify and develop your academic and career goals
Know who your faculty advisor is, their contact information, and your department’s advising process
Respect your faculty advisor’s time and allow up to 3 business days for a response to an inquiry or a request
Be knowledgeable about the Core Curriculum requirements and your major requirements
Be knowledgeable about pre-requisites and co-requisites for courses necessary for your academic program
Be knowledgeable about policies and accessing appropriate forms available on the Academic Central Website including:
o Change/Declaration of Major
o Change/Declaration of Minor
o Grade Replacement Request
o Leave of Absence
Become familiar with on-line tools, campus resources, and policies such as:
o On-line tools and resources:
 MyNevada
 On-line General Catalog
 On-line Course Schedule
 College of Science website
 Your academic department’s website
 Academic Central website
o Campus resources:
 Math Center
 Writing Center
 Academic Skills Center (aka Tutoring)
 Counseling Center
 Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
 Knowledge Center
 The Joe Crowley Student Union
o College of Science Dean’s List criteria
o University’s Academic Probation policy
Be knowledgeable on how to access and utilize your Advising Audit Report (AAR) in MyNevada to monitor degree progress
AND review it at least once a semester for accuracy
Contact your faculty advisor and follow up with Admissions & Records (A&R), if there any errors or inaccuracies in your
Advising Audit Report (AAR)
Continue to utilize MyPlanner to plan future courses in consultation with your advisor
Visit or review the graduate programs that are of interest
Participate in at least one or more of the following:
o Community Service
o Research
o Internship
o Club/student organization leadership
o Peer leadership, such as SCI 499
o Study Abroad with USAC
Update your resume
o Reminder: Set up an appointment with College of Science Professional & Graduate School advisor, Pat Wilson, to have
you resume reviewed
Review requirements for graduation school admissions
Begin to prepare for and plan to take any required standardized tests for graduate school
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Attend the Professional and Graduate school fair during the Fall semester at the Joe
Identify faculty to request letters of recommendation
o Request letters from faculty at least 4-6 weeks in advance
o Include a resume or letter of intent to assist the faculty member writing the letter
Become familiar with how to identify Graduation Application deadlines for each term
Academic Advisor’s Role:
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Be knowledgeable about Core Curriculum requirements and for program requirements for which they advise
Clarify and provide accurate, timely information about university policies, regulations, and procedures
Be proficient in using MyNevada as an advising tool
Teach students to select appropriate classes utilizing various resources that meet degree requirements
Maintain confidentiality
Be accessible and responsive to student inquiries and requests in a timely manner (within 3 business days)