Academic Advising Syllabus
Academic Advisors complement the guidance that students will receive from their mentors. Academic advisement is a collaborative relationship between the student and an advisor. Advisors work with students to identify their academic goals and guide students through the requirements of their degree. Advising is a process that helps students approach their degree in a holistic and organized way. Students can expect an atmosphere of guidance, support, and encouragement from their advisor. Advisement services are provided by the Institute Academic Advisor, housed in the Office of the Registrar, and by Peer Academic Advisors located in Tatum.
| Your Academic Advisor Expects you to: | You can expect your Academic Advisor to: |
| Be an active participant in advising and your educational experience. | Answer Questions about the BFA and Certificate Program requirements |
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Arrive on time for advising appointments or call (661) 255-1050, ext 2164 if you are unable to keep your appointment. |
Introduce new students, on a one-to-one basis, to Institute academic policies and procedures |
| Come to appointments prepared with questions of concern to you. Be an active participant during your advisement appointment. | Respect individuality & give honest feedback that helps with solving academic problems |
| Meet with the Institute Academic Advisor on a regular basis. | Assist in the preparation of class schedules and academic planning |
| Update changes in phone number, and home/school address, and make the appropriate changes on the AAR Student Services website. | Document recommendations and suggestions covered in e-mails, phone conversations, or appointments |
| Check your e-mail and CalArts mailbox on a regular basis concerning updates and pertinent information | Respond promptly to questions by e-mail, phone, or appointments |
| Accept responsibility for your own academic and personal growth | Believe if an issue is important to you, it is important to us |
Academic Advising Calendar
| Fall Semester 2011 | Spring Semester 2012 |
| Attend class sign up day (Sept. 9, 2011). Students with last names between L-Z will attend class sign-up from 9:00 am-12:00 pm, and students with last names between A-K, will attend class sign-up from 1:00-4:00 pm. | Attend class sign up day (Jan. 13, 2012). Students with last names between A-K will attend class sign-up from 9:00 am-12:00 pm, and students with last names between L-Z, will attend class sign-up from 1:00-4:00 pm. |
| Attend an open-advising session on: Tuesday, Nov. 15 (4-7 pm) in Tatum Lounge | Attend an open-advising session on: Thursday, Jan. 12 (3-7 pm) at location TBD. |
| Inform your advisor of your fall schedule, especially if you make any changes during the add/drop period (9/12/11 - 9/30/11). Add/Drop slips can be found in the Office of the Registrar | Inform your advisor of your fall schedule, especially if you make any changes during the add/drop period (1/17/2012 - 2/10/12). Add/Drop slips can be found in the Office of the Registrar |
| After Add/Drop period, schedule an appointment with your advisor as needed | After Add/Drop period, schedule an appointment with your advisor as needed |
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