Student responsibility in advising
- Schedule and attend advising appointments once per semester as a first year student (either freshman or transfer)
- Schedule and attend advising appointments once per year as an established student (after your freshman or first year as a transfer student)
- Bring a list of questions and relevant materials to appointments. Ask questions if you do not understand a topic we discuss at our advising meeting
- Become involved in the advising process by being prepared to discuss your goals and plans during our advising sessions
- Become familiar with the material on my advising homepage:
- Review your major/minor requirements each semester and track your progress toward completing your graduation requirements
- Accept responsibility and accountability for your successes and failures
- Be open and willing to consider advice from faculty, advisers and other mentors
- Execute an academic plan directed toward completing your degree at Western Michigan University
- Commit to and participate in the Western Edge
- Read your WMU email regularly
- Become knowledgeable of university polices, offices, and resources which support student success at Western Michigan University
- Check your college advising website at least once a semester for updates and new information
- Become a regular patron of Career and Student Employment Services. Participate in career path development, resume writing workshops, etiquette dinners, career fairs, practice interviews, and job search services
- Take primary and increasing responsibility for making your own academic and career decisions based on available information and advice
- Communicate clearly problems or concerns you are having with professors and other WMU professionals. If you are unsure who to contact, I will help you determine the correct contact and refer you when I can.
- Enjoy your college experience at Western Michigan University!
