CAPPA Advising - CAPPA - The University of Texas at Arlington

CAPPA Advising - CAPPA - The University of Texas at Arlington CAPPA Advising About Advising at UTA Academic Advisors at the University of Texas at Arlington guide students through exploration, identification, and pursuit of their educational, personal and career goals. Advisors equip students to attain academic success and promote lifelong learning. Ultimately, academic advisors offer essential academic services that help students persist and graduate. First-time in college and students exploring major options are advised within the University Advising Center. Once declared, students work with academic advisors housed within our Colleges or Schools. University Studies majors are advised within the Division of Student Success. FUTURE STUDENTS CLICK HERE GETTING STARTED HOW DO I GET ADVISING? There are 3 ways to get advising: Simple Questions, Express Advising, and Advising Appointments. SIMPLE QUESTIONS (Live Chat) Click on the Live Chat widget in the bottom right of this page. Questions are answered in the order received. Sample simple questions: When does registration begin for next semester? When is last day to drop a class? EXPRESS ADVISING (Walk-in *limited) For topics such as elective options, GPA issues, transfer credits, core curriculum requirements, or a comprehensive academic review, a student should book an appointment instead of using Express Advising. Express advising in-person is offered 3-5 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays ** and is limited to 10 minutes in length per student. Check in at the CAPPA front desk with your name, student #, level/program, and question/issue. If an advisor is not available during Express Advising hours due to a high volume of submissions, you will be contacted by UTA email or phone when the advisor is next available. **Express Advising is unavailable when Peak Advising is in effect, please see Simple Questions Peak Advising Dates: Mid-October thru Early-December Mid-March through Early-May ADVISING APPOINTMENTS Click on the appropriate program area and use the Bookings site to make your appointment. After hours appointments for Tuesdays and Thursday 5-6 pm are available, but they need to be scheduled through Bookings the day before. Undergraduates Graduates OVERVIEW & CORE VALUES Our faculty and advising staff are dedicated to the success of our students. We also offer a variety of student organizations that enhance the academic experience and build professional skills. Students are encouraged to apply for the many scholarships available through the University and those established by the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs, outside agencies, and individuals. Scholarship services and counseling are available through the Office of Enrollment and Student Services. The advising office for the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs supports its diverse student body, and creates a campus of inclusiveness, through recruitment efforts, retention policies, and support for student success of the many cultural, religious/spiritual, and identity groups comprising the society we serve.  Efforts to achieve these intentions are consistent with the laws of the State of Texas and University policy. *The following information is adapted from the NACADA Statement of Core Values Professionalism Academic Advisors value and are dedicated to excellence in all dimensions of student success. Advisors are committed to students, colleagues, institutions and the profession through assessment, scholarly inquiry, lifelong learning, and professional development. Committment Academic Advisors act in accordance with the values of the profession of advising for the greater good of students, colleagues, institutions, and higher education. Advisors value honesty, transparency, and accountability to the student, institution and to the advising profession. Empowerment Academic Advisors motivate, encourage, and support students and the greater educational community to recognize their potential, meet challenges, and respect and express individuality. Advisors respond to and are accessible to others in ways that support, nurture and teach and build relationships through empathetic listening and compassion for students, colleagues and others. Equipping Academic Advisors motivate, encourage, and support students and the greater educational community to recognize their potential, meet challenges, and respect and express individuality. Advisors respond to and are accessible to others in ways that support, nurture and teach and build relationships through empathetic listening and compassion for students, colleagues and others. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS AND RESOURCES How do I find my degree plan? Click on the CAPPA Degree Plans button below: CAPPA DEGREE PLANS What special undergraduate academic requirements am I responsible for knowing? Click on the Special Undergraduate Requirements button below: SPECIAL UNDERGRADUATE REQUIREMENTS How do I find out about CAPPA minors? Click on the CAPPA Minors button below: CAPPA MINORS How do I find out about CAPPA certificates? Click on the CAPPA Certificates button below: CAPPA CERTIFICATES How do I find out about undergraduate course prerequisites? Click on the architecture Prerequisites button below: ARCHITECTURE Click on the Interior Design Prerequisites button below: INTERIOR DESIGN Click on the Sustainable Urban Design Prerequisites button below: SUSTAINABLE URBAN DESIGN How do I find forms that I might need? Click on the forms button below: FORMS How do I file an academic or grade grievance? Click on the grievance button below: GRIEVANCE FORM How do I change a major? Click on the Change Major button below: CHANGE A MAJOR How do I find out what is required for dual degree programs? Click on the Required Dual Degree button below: REQUIRED DUAL DEGREE How do I find more CAPPA advising tools and resources? Click to find more CAPPA advising tools and resources: TOOLS & RESOURCES What UTA policies should I know? Click on the Academic Standing button below: ACADEMIC STANDING Click on the Grades + Grading Policy  button below: GRADES + GRADING POLICY Click on the Graduation button below: GRADUATION Click on the student conduct and academic integrity button below: STUDENT CONDUCT + ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Click on the student responsibility button below: STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Click on the student rights + security button below: STUDENT RIGHTS + SECURITY HOW DO I PREPARE FOR ADVISING? Familiarize yourself with your degree requirements, course prerequisites, deadlines, policies, and procedures. Make an appointment prior to course registration. Remember to cancel the appointment if you cannot attend. Develop a potential schedule and create a list of questions to review with your advisor. Ask your advisor for information about campus resources and opportunities in your areas of interest. Students must meet with your advisor every semester to be cleared to register. Freshman and students on academic probation will need to meet with an advisor quarterly. Upper-class students should meet with an advisor at least once a year to make sure you are on target for graduation. Keep copies of your academic records, transcripts, and planning materials. Check MavPlanner for advisor updates. Verify with an advisor the information you hear through the grapevine. Accept responsibility for your own decisions! Advisor Responsibilities: Assist students to define and develop their goals through personal and professional development. Understand and effectively communicate UT Arlington and department policies and procedures in a timely and efficient manner. Guide students in making decisions regarding their degree path, registration, and graduation. Advocate for student success by providing resources and referrals to other campus offices as needed. Provide a safe, respectful, and confidential environment to ask questions and share concerns. Student Responsibilities: Familiarize yourself with UT Arlington policies and procedures and the degree requirements and guidelines specific to your major. Detailed policies can be found in the UTA Catalog. Communicate respectfully, openly, and honestly with your Academic Advisor regarding topics related to your educational goals and academic performance. Seek advice and ask questions if you do not understand the information given during advising, need clarification regarding degree requirements, and/or need university resources to assist in academic success. Regularly schedule and keep academic advising appointments. Arrive on time for advising appointments and call or email if you cannot attend. Understand and accept that you are responsible for your own education and decisions. Cheryl Donaldson Cheryl Donaldson is the Director of Student Success & Advising. 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