How can my Advisor help me?

An advisor can help you in a variety of ways. They can help you:

• Understand options related to your academic program;
• Interpret the calendar;
• Understand the regulations and procedures that apply to your program;
• Inform you of important dates;
• Support you in your academic needs and progress;
• Recommend and refer you to appropriate resources for career and personal matters;
• Assist you in identifying and assessing alternatives and consequences of decisions;
• Make the transition to university life at NSAC.

How to get the most from your Advisor:

• Ask questions- remember there are no silly questions!
• Be prepared- consider questions you want to ask; be familiar with your program (use the Calendar)
• Be honest, respectful, and courteous. Advisors are professionals, but they are human and like to be treated with the same respect that you do
• Be comfortable and communicate as openly as possible. Do not be shy. If you do not understand something or you need clarification, ask your advisor to explain it to you again.

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