Advising One important aspect of student life is the opportunity for students and faculty to associate outside the formality of the classroom. Through the advising program, at least one person on the University of Mary staff is individually concerned with a student's academic progress and personal growth. The advising program assists the student in realizing his or her educational goals and in developing his or her leadership qualities. Students are assigned major advisors at the end of the second semester of the freshman year. If a student changes majors, a new advisor from the appropriate discipline is assigned.
Advisors assist students to resolve concerns in both academic and personal areas.
They formulate degree plans, help in course selection, provide information about University requirements and policies, and refer students to other, more specialized, resources. In addition, personnel in this office arrange academic support systems for students who show potential for success, but have special needs. The Learning Skills Center, located on South Campus, helps students to become more proficient in math, reading, vocabulary, writing and study skills. Individual tutoring is available in these areas. The Counseling Service exists to serve and support students of the University of Mary.