They are introduced to the administration and faculty, student government, AMSA members and local officials. Students also get an overview covering the academic program, clinical program, financial aid, student affairs, campus facilities and life at SMU and in Ambergris Caye. Academic Assistance, Guidance and Counseling The Office of the Director of Student Affairs works closely with faculty to support students in academic difficulty. The Director of Student Affairs organizes academic advisement programs and assists the Dean of Academic Affairs in remediation planning. Academic counseling is available to any student who wishes to explore learning and study skills development, time management or test-taking strategies.
Counseling is required of any student placed on academic probation.
The University counselor is also available by appointment for confidential assistance. The counselor can help with personal matters, social adjustment, family crisis management and exploring alternatives if a student needs to reassess academic goals. Each student is expected to behave in a manner consistent with the University's mission as an educational institution. Misconduct is defined as behavior that is unprofessional, unethical, dishonest, illegal, threatening or dangerous. Specific examples of violations that fall under the purview of the University's disciplinary policies can be found in the Student Handbook.