Academic Advising at Michigan Tech
Academic advising is an essential component of a Michigan Technological University education. The University maintains a comprehensive advising program that is based on continuous supportive relationships among students, their academic advisors and administrative services.
The primary purpose of the advising program is to support students in the development of an academic career complementary to individual life goals. The University provides students and advisors with necessary information and resources required in making meaningful educational plans. Students obtain academic and career development advice from professional advisors and faculty advisors who are proactive in promoting and encouraging excitement about the learning process.
Students
Students make their academic and career decisions based on the information and advice available. As students develop the goal of continuing inquiry, they assume active roles in educational planning. They are expected to seek advisement, participate in decision-making and take responsibility for satisfactory progress toward a degree. The ultimate responsibility for making decisions about educational plans and life goals rests with the individual student.
Advisors
Academic Advisors keep abreast of developments in the field of advising and use this information to enable students to realize their potential as contributing and productive members of society. The academic advisor should assist students by helping them to identify and assess alternatives and the consequences of students' decisions. Advisors coordinate with other offices on campus to provide the most comprehensive program possible. They facilitate student access to campus resources and provide assistance in interpreting university requirements and procedures.