Advising Center Policies
Fall & Spring Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am- 12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm
Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am- 12:00pm and 1:00pm-6:00pm
By Appointment Only
Call or Email to Schedule an Appointment:
Phone: 940-397-4370 or 940-397-4313
Email: kayla.meaders@msutexas.edu, hayley.turnquist@msutexas.edu, or suzy.mcdowell@msutexas.edu
Prior to Appointment:
1. Schedule an advising appointment when course listings are released.
*Listings are generally released:
Summer and Fall: 3rd -4th week in March
Spring: 3rd -4th week in October
2. Review the WCOE Academic Advising Packet; degree plan; course descriptions, prerequisites, and co-requisites in the university catalog.
3. Know what courses are being offered by reviewing the timetable of classes found in Banner/Webworld.
4. Prepare a list of questions for you and your advisor to discuss.
Day of Appointment:
6. Be on time for your appointment. Being 10 minutes late to your appointment will result in having to reschedule your appointment for a different date and/or time.
7. Consult with your advisor on issues related to:
- Academic progress
- Change in program
- Interest for study abroad
- Courses to be taken at another institution
- Withdrawal from courses
- Withdrawal from university
- Application into the Teacher Education Program
- Fulfillment of the Writing Proficiency Requirement
After Appointment:
- Consult with your advisor before making any changes to an agreed-upon schedule.
- Be aware of drop/add deadlines and additional university requirements.