The Advising Partnership--Student's Role
Plan ahead.
| Come prepared with questions; be prepared to take notes for future reference. |
Bring a list of classes of interest along with back-up options. |
| Know when you are available for class and best able to learn and study. |
Reflect on personal, educational and career goals. |
| Determine whether you will transfer to a four-year degree program. |
Use the college catalog to know about program prerequisites and sequencing. |
Be fully engaged during the advising session.
| Be open and honest. |
Ask questions if something is unclear or if there are concerns. |
| Share interests, goals, and skills so the advisor can offer appropriate feedback. |
Take responsibility for making decisions. |
Follow through.
| Follow up on your decisions and on the suggestions made by the advisor. |
Know and adhere to deadlines for registration and financial aid. |
| Learn how to search and register for classes via Web Advisor. |
Make time to meet with the advisor on a regular basis or when questions arise. |
Know college policy.
| Know when classes begin and end. |
Be responsible for knowing the status/standing as a student for both academics and financial aid. |
| Adhere to college procedures and deadlines for adding and dropping classes and submitting college documents. |
Read and act upon (as appropriate) all my.sinclair e-mail related to grades, academic standing, financial aid, and correspondence from faculty. |