Academic Advising

Connect with an Academic Advisor
 

Please review the options below and choose a method of communicating that works best for you:

• Schedule an in-person or remote appointment with 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).
  • 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 KSU Navigate website website you can view:
    • How do I get started and get the app

    • How do I use this new tool (Video to get the app and schedule an appointment

      KSU NAVIGATE

• In-person drop-ins: See the hours on the left of this page. 
• Call or email an advisor directly Call 330-675-8860 or email using the contact information listed on this page.
• Quick Chat: use the chat icon on the side of this page for quick questions.

Admissions & Advising Staff

• Nancy Barker, Senior Advisor I: nbarker4@kent.edu
• Alison Hoskinson, Director I: afrost@kent.edu
• Heather Raidel, Academic Advisor II: hraidel@kent.edu
• Robert Ridgell, Academic Advisor II: rridgell@kent.edu
• Katie Sechler, Senior Advisor I: ksechler@kent.edu

Kent State Trumbull advisors look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals! 

Did you know that students who work with an advisor increase their chances of success in completing an academic degree? Advisors can assist you with academic planning, and help you navigate a successful pathway to graduation!

Advisors are available by appointment, or on a walk-in basis during scheduled hours. Kent Trumbull also hosts academic advisors from other Kent State campuses to support students who are enrolled in select bachelor's degree programs, or who will complete their degree at another campus.

Remember, all undergraduate students are required to meet with an advisor once per semester!

Advantages To Finishing Your Degree on Time:

• Academic Success
  Full-time students who take 15 credit hours per semester consistently have a higher GPA than those who take fewer than 15.
• Saving Money
  By graduating in four years (8 semesters), instead of six, you could save more than $58,000* in expenses.
• Summers Off
  If you're taking 15 credit hours per semester, you won't need to take summer classes to stay on track. Instead, you can get a summer job, pursue internships, study abroad, or go on vacation.
• Getting a Head Start on Your Career
  The sooner you graduate, the sooner you can begin an advanced degree or start working full time in your career field.

*Based on a 120-credit hour degree program with standard Kent Campus tuition and fees, books/supplies, Kent Campus room, and board, transportation, and personal expenses over a four-year period.