Students plan their academic programs and outline their required classes with the guidance of experienced CNU faculty. A sound educational plan, based on individual interests and abilities, ensures academic success and a smooth transition into the work place. Students are encouraged to come to the Academic Advising Center to ask questions and take advantage of the resources available to them. All entering students are assigned to faculty advisors who help them select an appropriate program and monitor academic progress.
Students meet with advisors when they arrive on campus and during scheduled advising weeks.
Students are urged to consult with their academic advisor before making any changes to approved class schedules. Students who find themselves in academic difficulty or on probation should also consult with their academic advisors. Advisors will make every effort to give effective guidance to students in academic matters and to refer students to those qualified to help them in other matters, but the final responsibility for meeting all academic requirements for a selected program rests with the student. Freshmen are matched with an advisor through the New Student Orientation programs. The student remains with the freshman advisor until the major is declared or until the end of the sophomore year.