In addition to helping students determine their program of study, advisors assist students in making the adjustment to graduate school, developing a professional identity, determining a specific career direction, establishing appropriate professional and personal goals, achieving personal growth, preparing master s papers, and preparing for the job search. The Penn State faculty and staff are committee to providing the necessary support to assist students in achieving their goals. Ongoing Feedback to Students Students can expect to receive ongoing feedback from the faculty concerning their performance in the program. In addition to feedback received in each course, students are provided with individual feedback based on their overall academic performance, their performance in internships, and personal interactions with classmates, faculty, and staff. The purpose of this feedback is to provide students with information concerning areas of excellence as well as areas which may require additional attention.
Faculty assist students in developing appropriate strategies to overcome any deficiencies noted.
Ongoing feedback is considered crucial to the development of our students, and this responsibility is taken seriously.