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:

  1. Consult with your advisor before making any changes to an agreed-upon schedule.
  2. Be aware of drop/add deadlines and additional university requirements.