Academic Advising

THE PATHWAY ADVISOR’S ROLE

The Graduate Pathway Advisor’s role is to help students successfully progress to USF and ensure that students enjoy a fulfilling experience during their time in the program. It is therefore important that you meet with your Pathway Advisor regularly throughout the semester.

The advisor-student relationship is a team effort in which both parties hold important responsibilities:

The role of the Pathway Advisor is to inform students of INTO USF and University-related policies and procedures, help students understand program progression requirements, and promote self-sufficiency in students as they prepare for progression.

Likewise, the role of the student is to inform his or her Pathway Advisor of any challenges or concerns and to actively participate in the educational experience.

Your Pathway Advisor is here to assist you with any concerns you may encounter throughout your time in the Pathway Program.

It is important that students keep their Pathway Advisors informed and are strongly encouraged to contact them in the event that:

• You are ill and are not able to attend classes for an extended period of time. • You have a family emergency that requires you to travel during the semester. • You experience difficulty in your coursework. • You experience difficulty with technology for class. • You experience any other type of issue and are not sure what to do.

Pathway Advisors value the success of their students, so be sure to share your accomplishments with your Advisor along the way!