The counselors assist students to clarify their educational objectives, to plan their programs and to utilize resources with emphasis on meeting departmental and institutional requirements. Counselors serve as advisors to students until they choose a program of study.
Students receive assistance in course registration and program planning.
Students desiring to change major courses of study must receive academic counseling. A request for change of curriculum is initiated with an admissions counselor, signed by both previous and new advisors, and returned to the Office of the Registrar. In the decision-making process, the counselor assists students to either make the transition to a career or obtain additional education. The students may choose to review, alter or begin the career assessment process again by seeking an additional career path. Counselors encourage students to develop appropriate life skills in coping socially, academically, and emotionally.