Undergraduate Advising Center

The Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) works with students as their primary resource for academic advising information. While the UAC has advisors from across the curriculum, there may be times when you may have to consult with more than one person or office to have all of your questions answered. It is important to understand that the UAC is a resource center and that your advisor may refer you to others who have more detailed information to share with you.

Students admitted to professional school programs are assigned an advisor in their particular school. Those students can, however, use the UAC's resources to supplement the advising their school provides.

Academic advising is an important part of the learning process. UAC and departmental faculty and professional advisors are here to help students make effective academic choices. Advising is a partnership between students and caring members of the KU community.

• Student Responsibilities
• Advisor Responsibilities
• The 3 R's of Advising

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Student Responsibilities

As a student, you should:

• Accept full ownership for all your decisions. Academic advisors will assist you by presenting options.
• Clarify your personal values, abilities, interests, and goals.
• Make an appointment with an advisor in a timely fashion when in need of assistance.
• Educate yourself regarding institutional policies, procedures, and requirements. Your advisor can help you understand these.
• Prepare for advising sessions and bring appropriate resources or materials.
• Follow through on actions decided upon with your advisor.
• Evaluate the advising system, when requested, in order to strengthen the advising process.

Advisor Responsibilities

Your advisor will help you:

• Understand the general education requirements of your major interest area(s).
• Understand major requirements, including admission requirements.
• Interpret your ARTS form (Academic Requirements Tracking System).
• Explore a variety of careers and majors.
• Understand academic policies and procedures.
• Establish academic and personal goals.
• Enhance academic performance and seek academic challenges.
• Create long-term academic plans.
• Develop course schedules which consider the student's academic goals and background.
• Find resources to help you resolve individual issues.
• Engage in university life.