Advising Responsibilities Kansas State University is committed to providing effective advising services to students as an essential component of their educational experience. Advising generally is required as a condition for enrollment, especially for new students. Continuing students are encouraged to seek academic advising regularly throughout their academic careers.
Students are responsible for initiating advising contact and preparing for advising sessions.
The advising relationship between the academic advisor and the student is protected by confidentiality. Inform students of the graduation requirements of their department, help with strategic course selections so as to minimize the number of semesters required for graduation, and inform students of career opportunities in their field of study. Have reasonable hours and methods of availability for students. Students should be able to set up appointments for an adequate amount of time to make curricular selections and career choices. Referral to campus resources.