Our CLAS faculty members are dedicated to working with students to help them reach their individual goals, not only inside the classroom, but also through research, study abroad experiences, and extra-curricular activities. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences believes that high-quality academic advising is essential to the well-being of both the College and its students.
Upon matriculation, each student is assigned a faculty advisor. If the student has expressed an interest in a particular major at matriculation, the student will be assigned to an advisor within that major. If the student has not expressed interest in a major at matriculation, they will begin with an advisor who will help them to explore majors. When the student is ready to choose a major, they will also choose an advisor in that major area. Faculty advisors are available not only to assist in choosing courses, but also to help students develop a well-rounded plan to reach individual personal and professional goals.
Good advising is collaboration. Students are ultimately responsible for making their own decisions and for meeting all requirements. Advisors encourage self-reliance, assist students in exploring opportunities at AU and beyond, and connect students to a community of resources at Alfred University.