Academic advisor assisting a student

Overview

Whether you’re starting as a first-year student, (a declared major at 24+ credits), and  exploring your major options, our team of advisors are here to help you thrive. We’re committed to keeping you on the right path toward earning your degree.

Academic Majors & Career Information

Student Expectations

As a student, you are expected to carry out the following responsibilities to ensure you receive the adequate advising services you need for success:

  • Keep track of all of your advising materials
  • Come to advising appointments prepared with questions
  • Fully understand your degree requirements and how to access university and program policies and procedures
  • Be fully aware of all deadlines. Check the University Academic Calendar regularly
  • Accept responsibility for your actions, decisions, and academic performance
  • Check your GSU e-mail regularly

Advisor Expectations

Academic advisors must meet the following expectations to ensure you are receiving the appropriate guidance towards graduation:

  • Assist students with planning academic programs
  • Communicate the programs curriculum, requirements, policies and procedures
  • Provide an advising environment that is open, respectful and supportive
  • Maintain confidentiality (as per FERPA regulations)
  • Encourage and support students in fulfilling their academic goals

To find your advisor and program-specific resources, please select your college or status.

Students talking outside by benches

General Studies (Freshman)

Students walking and talking while holding notebooks

Undecided/Undeclared (Transfer)

Student drawing in Art class

College of Arts and Sciences

Students using a computer and microphone

College of Health and Human Services

Students shaking hands

College of Business

Student writing on chalkboard while other students watch

College of Education and Human Development


Contact Us

Freshman Advising
Phone: 708-235-2225

Undergraduate Academic Advising Center
1 University Pkwy
University Park, IL 60484
Room: C3385
Phone: 708-235-2225
E-mail: advising@govst.edu