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Schedule a Meeting with an Academic Advisor
In addition to the support provided by your assigned or faculty academic advisor, you may schedule an appointment with one of the professional advisors in the Academic Advising Center.
We recommend you schedule with an advisor who specializes in your major or school (see Side Note).
Side Note
To locate the school you are associated with, log into the ASC Portal:
- Select BannerWeb
- Select Student Services and Financial Aid
- Select Student Records
- Select Student Information
- Matthew Hollis
- Coordinator of Academic Advising
- hollismj@alfredstate.edu
- 607-587-4142
- Program Specializations
- School of Architecture, Management, Engineering, and Technology (SAMET)
- School of Arts and Sciences (SAS)
- Schedule an Appointment
- Jill Crandall
- Academic Advisor
- crandajr@alfredstate.edu
- 607-587-4514
- Program Specializations
- School of Arts & Sciences (SAS)
- Schedule an Appointment
- Tracy Flett
- Academic Advisor
- fletttn@alfredstate.edu
- 607-587-4157
- Program Specializations
- School of Architecture, Management, Engineering, and Technology (SAMET)
- Schedule an Appointment
- Jeremy Howard
- Academic Advisor
- raymorj@alfredstate.edu
- 607-587-3453
- Online Program Specializations
- Healthcare Management (SAS)
- Individual Studies (SAS)
- Schedule an Appointment
- Irene Wentzell
- Academic Advisor
- wentzeie@alfredstate.edu
- 607-587-4285
- Program Specializations
- TBA
- Schedule an Appointment
Mission and Goals
In collaboration with faculty advisors, the Academic Advising Center at Alfred State will assist students in being active, responsible learners who take advantage of the opportunities the college provides.
Academic advisors are committed to teaching students how to access essential information and acquire the skills to make well-informed decisions that will lead to the achievement of their educational, career, and life goals.
Academic advisors are dedicated to providing quality, holistic advisement services that meet each student’s needs. In collaboration with faculty and staff across campus, the Academic Advising Center is devoted to establishing an environment that supports student recruitment, retention, and success.
Our goals in Assisting Students
- Make a successful transition to Alfred State College.
- Develop an appropriate academic plan for timely graduation based upon their demonstrated academic abilities, personal interests, and expressed goals.
- Engage in an exploration of career goals related to their personal interests and area of study.
- Continuously assess academic progress towards meeting their stated goals, clarify potential avenues to reach those goals, and make appropriate adjustments as necessary.
- Engage in experiential learning and creative activities designed to complement their overall undergraduate experience and career preparation.
- Utilize campus resources and connect students to support services.
- Understand and take responsibility for knowing university policies and procedures, including the importance of adhering to deadlines.
- Recognize the relationship between academic progress and financial implications.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will know whom to contact for academic advising help.
- Students will know the requirements for their major.
- Students will know the requirements for General Education/Liberal Arts.
- Students will know academic support resources available to them.
- Students will understand course loads necessary for timely progress toward their degree.
- Students will know how to register for classes.
- Students will utilize ASC tools, such as, Degree Works, Schedule Planner, SEP.
- Students will practice self-awareness by reflecting on their academic, professional and personal development at Alfred State College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advising
How do I know who my advisor is?
- Log into your Student Portal
- Select My Academics
- Select Degree Works
- The advisor's name will be listed with your degree program and other student information.
Am I required to meet with my advisor?
You are required to meet with your assigned academic advisor once per semester to choose your classes and receive your alternate PIN to register for the upcoming semester. It is also recommended that you meet with your assigned academic advisor at the beginning of each semester to review your schedule for the upcoming semester to ensure you are not missing any critical graduation requirements.
How do I schedule an appointment with my advisor?
You can schedule an appointment with your advisor through Starfish or by contacting them through email.
How do I contact my advisor?
You can contact your advisor through email, Starfish, phone, or during their office hours. To find your advisor’s email address you can search their name in the Alfred State Directory. To find their office location and phone number, see the current semester's Faculty Advisor Contact Sheet under our Center for Academic Resources & Excellence department's Documents on the ASC Portal.
How will my academic advisor contact me?
Your advisor will most likely contact you through your Alfred State email.
How do I change my major?
You can change your major by meeting with your academic advisor or a professional advisor in the Academic Advising Center (Hunter Student Development Center, #203).
Course Registration/Schedule
How do I get my schedule or register for classes?
| New Students | Your schedules will be created by a professional academic advisor in the Academic Advising Center before your scheduled Academic Summer Orientation session. |
|---|---|
| Transfer Students | You should email your assigned academic advisor to schedule a meeting to review your transfer credits and choose classes for the upcoming semester. |
| Continuing Students | You should email or schedule a meeting with your assigned academic advisor to discuss classes for the upcoming semester and receive your alternate PIN number. |
Where can I view my schedule?
- Go to your ASC Portal
- Select BannerWeb
- Select Student Services & Financial Aid
- Select Registration
- Select Schedule by Day and Time
- Arrow over until you hit the dates for the current or next semester
How do I drop or add a class?
Prior to the first day of classes, continuing and transfer students can add or drop classes on their own through BannerWeb. The first week of classes, students will need an advisor to fill out and sign a Course Change form for processing. You can get the Course Change form from an advisor.
The second week of classes, students will need their assigned academic advisor to fill out and sign a Course Change form, as well as receive the department chair’s signature for processing.
After the second week of classes, a course cannot be added unless the student works with their advisor to file an academic appeal.
Students can drop a class by the deadline specified for that term. After the add/drop period, a $20 processing fee may apply. Please see the college Part-of-Term Calendar and Liability Policy.
Please see the academic calendar and college academic regulations for details about adding and dropping courses.
How many credits should I register for?
To be a full-time student, students should register for at least 12 credit hours (a maximum of 19 credit hours is allowed). Twelve credits are required to be eligible for on-campus housing and athletics.
Students can register for fewer than 12 credits and be part-time, but this can impact on-campus housing eligibility and financial aid package.
Online courses are also available in the summer and winter. Consult your academic advisor and financial aid counselor to determine if this is an option for you.
Degree Requirements
How do I know what classes I need to take?
You can find the required classes for your major in the Alfred State course catalog, through Degree Works, and/or by meeting with your assigned academic advisor.
What is a prerequisite?
A prerequisite is a course you need to take and successfully complete (sometimes with a minimum grade requirement) before you can move on to another course. For example, you will need to pass COMP 1503 – freshman composition before you can move on to take LITR xxx3 – a literature elective.
Transfer Credit
What do I do with my AP/college courses taken in high school?
After you receive your final grades/scores for college courses taken in high school or AP exams, you should go to the main websites for the institution or organization that is granting the college credit (College or University website, College Board, etc.). Request that your scores/transcripts be sent to Alfred State. For more information, please visit our transfer website or contact Jason White, Transfer Advisor, by phone 607-587-3954 or via email.
Other
How do I get access to my Alfred State email?
You can locate your student email by logging into your student portal and select Email to login.
How do I purchase my textbooks?
You can purchase your textbooks through the Alfred State Campus Store. Utilize our helpful handouts on Purchasing Textbooks and Using Financial Aid to Buy Textbooks.
Who can I talk to about financial aid questions?
| Each student has an assigned Financial Aid Counselor based on the first letter of their last name. | |
|---|---|
| Contact the Student Records and Financial Services Office for further assistance. | |
| A - H | Robin Harrington |
| I - R | Katlin Meehan |
| S - Z | Chris Vernam |
Contact Us
Academic Advising Center
Student Development Center | Room 203
607-587-4122
How-to Guides
General Advising Duties
ASC Academic Advising Philosophy
- “Alfred State College is committed to providing an academic environment which fosters the positive academic and personal development of each student. Academic advisement is a critical component of this educational process with responsibility shared by both the advisor and the advisee. The role of the academic advisor is to enhance the education students receive by assisting them to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals.
- Academic advisement is facilitated through interaction between the advisor and the student along with the utilization of other resources. The success of this process depends largely on the relationship which is established between the student and the academic advisor.” (Approved by ASC FS April 1999)
Responsibilities of the Academic Advisor
The responsibility of the academic advisor is to facilitate the student’s understanding of degree requirements, academic policies, and campus resources. These are accomplished through tracking student progress, being available, and communicating regularly.
Advisor Responsibilities
- Establish a positive advisor/advisee relationship
- Meet at key points in time
- Plan the program course-taking
- Accept responsibility
STUDENTS: It is your responsibility to share in the advising process by taking the initiative in seeking advisement and developing a working relationship with your advisor.
Resources and On-Demand Professional Development
We strongly encourage all faculty advisors to visit our Advising Faculty Development page on the portal. There you will find software quick guides, resources, Records student forms, orientation/informational handouts and training videos.