Advising 101: An Introduction of Advising

1220 Student Success Center650-3701

www.siue.edu/advising

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Academic Advising

Enriching Knowledge

Engaging Thought

Encouraging Growth

Empowering Studentssiue.edu

What is Advising?Advising is a shared process between the student and the advisor.

The advisor will inform, guide, refer and educate the student.

The student is expected to prepare, discuss, question, follow through and learn.

Advising is mandatory.siue.edu

Tools for AdvisingComprehensive Education Plan (Advising Portfolio)

Questions to Consider Career Considerations Information on the required

MAP – My Academic Plan General Education

Information Four Year Plan Campus Resources CougarNet Directions

Curriculum Guides Suggested course of study Detailed major information and

advising notes Declaration and application

information

University Catalog Academic Policies Major, Minor and General

Education Information Course Descriptions

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The Lincoln Program (LP2)

SIUE’s General Education Program

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Foundation Courses

Students are required to take:English 101English 102Speech 101 or Speech 103Reasoning and Argumentation 101Quantitative Reasoning 101 or Math 125 or Math 150

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Breadth CoursesEach student will take courses across six breadth areas including:

Breadth Life Science (BLS)Breadth Physical Science (BPS)Breadth Social Science (BSS)Breadth Humanities (BHUM)Breadth Fine and Performing Arts (BFPA)Breadth Information and Communication in

Society (BICS)siue.edu

Experience CoursesStudents are required to meet the following experiences through other general education coursework or approved University experiences.

New Freshman SeminarHealth ExperienceGlobal CulturesUnited States CulturesLab Experience

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BA/BS Distinction AreaBachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Intellectual Areas – Each require eight courses:

BA will require two semesters of a language and six additional courses in Fine and Performing Arts and Humanities.

BS will require eight courses in Social, Physical and Life sciences, two of which must include a lab experience.

(Breadth and applicable experience classes will count in these distinction areas as well!)

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The Advising Process

SpringboardFall 2013 & Future Terms

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Advising Process:Tomorrow and in Future Sessions

Tomorrow – Advising for first semester (fall ’13)• Advisor will provide a new student

information sheet with course recommendations.

• Advising will be in a group setting

• Advisor will review dual credit, COMPASS placement test results, courses and requirements.

• Student will register in the lab via CougarNet (our online registration system)

Future Advising Sessions(for spring ’14 and beyond)• Students make their own appointment

online.

• Student will have reviewed Comprehensive Education plan (advising portfolio).

• Student brings curriculum guide and completed MAP.

• Advisor reviews MAP, helps student to understand curriculum, connects with resources on campus and encourages the student to reflect on current semester, plan for next semester and look forward to future semesters.

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Day Two – Springboard Group Sessions

• Academic Programs Overview – Learn more about your program of interest

• Advising 102: The Process of Advising – Meet with your individual advisors to get your personalized course recommendations

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Recommendations to Expect Tomorrow

Academic Development Courses (if required) – Based on COMPASS placement test results and/or ACT scores. AD work is a University requirement and a prerequisite for future Foundations and Breadth courses. You have the option to retake the placement test if you desire.

Prerequisites for your Program of Interest

General Education Classes – Foundations, Breadth, and Experience Courses

Major and Minor Coursessiue.edu

FERPA

Difference between high school and college

Role of FERPA in Advising Process

Student Responsibilities

What Advisors Can Do

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Welcome students and guests - enjoy your experience at Springboard!

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