College of Arts and Sciences Advising

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WELCOME TO THE OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING & STUDENT SERVICES

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Advising Appointment Options

To book a 45-minute meeting, select the "Schedule an Advising Appointment" button below. Both in-person and remote appointments are available and can be booked up to two weeks in advance.

A limited number of 30-minute Quick Question appointments will be offered most afternoons through KSU Navigate. Quick Question appointments open for scheduling 24-hours in advance.

Schedule an Advising Appointment in KSU Navigate

KSU Navigate Appointment Instructions (Mobile)

KSU Navigate Appointment Instructions (Web Browser)

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Our goal is to promote student success by creating an on-going partnership between students and advisors. Academic advisors provide knowledge regarding degree requirements and connect students to campus resources.

Kent State University undergraduate students are required to meet with their academic advisor in the college once per semester. In the College of Arts and Sciences, all students are advised by professional and faculty advisors. Faculty advisors are housed within each individual academic department.

MEETING WITH YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR WILL ENSURE THAT YOU…

Stay on track academically (help you review and update your GPS plan)
Discuss your ideas for future coursework
Remove your registration pin allowing you to enroll in upcoming semester courses

PROSPECTIVE TRANSFER STUDENTS

Are you trying to decide where or when to apply to Kent State and pursue a major in the College of Arts and Sciences? We can help you to discover the College of Arts and Sciences degree programs, and develop plan for your transfer path to Kent State University. Prospective transfer students may email Heather Eaves, Senior Director of Academic Recruitment and Retention, to setup a meeting. She can be reached at heaves1@kent.edu.

Introducing KSU Navigate

KSU Navigate is a new student success platform designed to empower you to achieve your personal goals and academic success. KSU Navigate allows you to schedule and check-in for advising appointments. This new platform replaces the process previously used. KSU Navigate is available to students and staff via browser or the app store (Android and iOS).

Getting started with KSU Navigate is easy. Get the app today.

Visit the KSU Navigate website to get started.
- Download the KSU Navigate app for iOS or Android.
- Access KSU Navigate on your mobile device or on a web browser.
On the kent.edu/ksunavigate website you can view:
- How do I get started and get the app
- How do I use this new tool (videos to get the app and how to schedule an appointment)

Prepare for Advising

Here are some tips to remember as you prepare for a productive meeting with your advisor:

Scheduling

Schedule your advising appointment in advance. At peak times of the year, it may be difficult to get an appointment with your academic advisor at a moment’s notice.
Show up on-time for your advising appointment. If you are unable to make your appointment, please refer to your appointment email to cancel the appointment well in advance.
Make sure in all correspondence to provide your Kent State University ID number. This is NOT the same number on your FLASHcard. If you cannot remember this, you can look it up on your FLASHLINE, My Account tab.

Preparation

Think about your goals, major options and progress in your courses (if currently enrolled).
- Ask yourself: what are your educational and personal goals; what do you need next semester-are you thinking about internships, research; are you having difficulties with course material, or time management; are there strategies that have helped you overcome academic challenges?
Monitor your progress towards graduation. Review your GPS Audit through FlashLine.
Prepare a selection of courses. Include those that you would like to take and/or think you may need for your degree or transfer plan.

During Your Appointment

Participate and be engaged in the advising process. Academic advising is a two-way street. We need to know what your educational and academic goals are in order to be able to point you in the right direction.
Ask questions. This is your opportunity to get answers to your academic questions and/or concerns.
Take notes. You and your academic advisor may discuss a lot of information and you can use your notes to refer back to later.

Schedule an Appointment

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Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Undergraduate research is a unique opportunity available to all undergraduate students. It enables undergraduates to participate with guidance from a faculty mentor in an inquiry, investigation, or experiment to produce an original intellectual or creative contribution to a discipline.

College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Leadership Awards

Each year, the College of the Arts and Sciences recognizes distinguished students, faculty, and advisors for outstanding contributions to Kent State University and the College of Arts and Sciences.