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Advising Syllabus

Mission Statement: The mission of the academic advising program is to provide an excellent and relevant student-centered learning environment which promotes the educational, career, and professional development of the student.

Advising Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities	Academic Advisor Responsibilities
Be courteous & plan ahead (schedule appointments early & cancel or reschedule if necessary). Be an active participant in identifying your educational goal(s) & creating an academic plan. Come to academic appointments prepared with questions and/or other topics for discussion. Become knowledgeable of university procedures, policies, and deadlines. Monitor your academic progress by using advising tools such as STAR, the schedule of classes, and the university catalog. Read your hawaii.edu email and check your MyUH portal regularly for announcements and information. Accept responsibility for all your decisions and actions.	Ensure you have access to knowledgeable and informed advisors who will cultivate a positive and respectful environment. Mentor you in defining & outlining an academic degree plan that supports your educational and life goals. Assist you with course scheduling, major requirements, accessing university resources; and understanding university requirements, policies and procedures. Teach you to utilize university resources (such as STAR) to become knowledgeable, empowered, and active participants in your academic journey.

Making Appointments

Schedule online via Star Balance

Which appointment do I need?
General Advising Appointment (30 min)	Warning, Probation, and Suspension (60 min)
For registration advising, mandatory advising, graduation checks, academic planning, and goal setting. Advisors can sign off on forms during appointment. Most appropriate appointment for continuing and new CTAHR students.	For students who are on academic warning, probation, or in jeopardy of suspension. Advisors will work with students to discuss strategies to improve academic standing.

Which advisor do I meet with?
CTAHR Academic Advisors assist with:	CTAHR Faculty Mentors assist with:
New student advising Academic degree planning and scheduling Registration assistance Degree advising/mandatory advising Graduation forms Signing of other academic related forms Information about scholarships, co-curricular, student service opportunities	Career mentorship Internship information Research opportunities Graduate school information/advising Post-baccalaureate experience Articulation of transfer credits within department Letters of recommendation Selection and approval of courses within the major/specialization area

Student Success Checklist

Before each advising appointment, you should:

Review your degree progress in STAR, Academic Essentials and prepare questions you may have (www.star.hawaii.edu)
Be prepared to discuss your goals, educational plan, questions, and concerns during your appointment
Gather any important forms that may be needed during the appointment (i.e. VA Enrollment, withdrawal, etc.)
Use the resources listed below to develop a tentative schedule and your next steps or action items to be done.

Each semester:

Review your address, phone number, and major in MyUH portal and update your information at the Records Office (www.myuh.hawaii.edu / 808-956-8010 / uhmanoa.records@hawaii.edu)
Review your degree progress in STAR, Academic Essentials (www.star.hawaii.edu)
Make an appointment to meet with your advisor. Schedule appointments during February/March (for summer & fall registration that will begin in April) and September/October (for spring registration that will begin in November); and any time you need assistance!
Check your financial aid status in MyUH portal and complete any outstanding requirements
Review your academic and career goals and explore your options
Check your hawaii.edu email account at least once a week
Check campus bulletin boards and UHM website for upcoming events

Two semesters prior to final semester

Approximately 24 – 30 credits remaining towards a degree, confirm all final degree requirements for your last year by doing a “preliminary degree check” with an academic advisor

One semester prior to final semester

Schedule an appointment to complete a “Final Degree Check” with an academic advisor. Fill out the Application for Degree form and complete the CTAHR Graduation Survey

Final semester