Mission

As College of Science advisors, we empower students with accurate guidance for success. We support students and their networks through transparent communication. To promote retention and graduation, we provide timely information, explain curriculum and policies, identify resources, and engage in continuous development.

Vision

College of Science academic advising provides students a quality experience as they pursue their goals. Advisors are recognized as professionals throughout the university and valued as a critical component to student success.

Advisor Responsibilities

Students can expect UVU academic advisors to do the following:

• • Provide a safe space in which to share your thoughts, aspirations, concerns, and
  • interests; maintain confidentiality with all information shared; and treat you with
  • respect as an adult.
  • Actively listen to your questions and concerns and provide information and support as
  • needed.
  • Provide guidance and encouragement as you develop a clear and realistic educational
  • plan and assist you in making course and major decisions.
  • Understand and effectively communicate degree and graduation requirements, policies,
  • and procedures.
  • Teach you how to use available tools for degree planning and course registration.
  • Provide information about UVU resources available to you and refer you to applicable
  • campus services, organizations, and/or individuals as needed.

Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to do the following:

• • Develop an educational plan and establish career goals, with the guidance of your

• • advisor.
  • Meet regularly with your advisor. Plan by visiting with them early in the semester and
  • not waiting until the last minute before registration.
  • Come to appointments prepared with questions and/or topics to discuss and participate
  • fully in the advising experience.
  • Understand how to navigate the course registration site and enroll in the courses in
  • your academic plan.
  • Know the general education and program requirements for your major.
  • Check myUVU often for email messages from the university.
  • Become knowledgeable of campus and online resources and follow through when
  • referred to appropriate campus resources.
  • Graduate in a timely manner based on your academic plan. Accept responsibility for
  • your decisions and your actions that affect your educational progress and goals.

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