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Building relationships with faculty and staff are among the most important experiences in a student’s college education. In recognition of this, all full-time faculty and selected staff members serve as academic advisors.
Prior to a new student’s arrival on campus, The Office of Student Life works with academic advisors to register incoming students. This process begins after a student has been accepted to the College and paid the enrollment deposit.
During the first year, students are assigned to an academic advisor based on their anticipated major, their schedule of courses, or their interests. Northland College takes great care in choosing the student’s first academic advisor. New students meet with their academic advisor during Orientation. After the first year, students may change advisors as their interests and needs evolve.
Advising is an ongoing process of helping the student clarify and evaluate academic plans and goals. Advisors assist students with course selection each semester, creating and updating the four-year academic plan. Advisors also share information about potential pre-professional experiences such as internships, special training, certifications, and research opportunities.
If there are questions about academic advising, please feel free to contact the Office of Student Life at studentlife@northland.edu. |
