The assistant dean advises undergraduate students until their junior year, when students are assigned a faculty advisor for their final two years. The assistant dean is available daily to plan academic programs, to discuss educational objectives and professional perspectives, and to assist students and their families with problems or questions relating to University life. The School of Art is a professional school committed to preparing students for careers or advanced studies in the visual arts. Students are encouraged to pursue other academic interests through minors, majors, and additional degree programs with other schools within the University. Each member of the faculty is a professional artist and a committed teacher.
Students receive individual attention, studying in a flexible and encouraging community.
The administrative staff of the John M. Olin School of Business is dedicated to serving the needs of its students and their families. This dedication is reflected in their accessibility and willingness to discuss student issues and concerns as they arise. Throughout their tenure here, students in the School of Engineering and Applied Science have ample opportunity for personal attention from a variety of sources on several different levels. The School offers students a wide range of services related to academic advising and curriculum, career services, and counseling. Student groups also provide opportunities for networking with professionals in the field while offering basic skills in leadership development.