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Academic Advising

Mission Statement

To foster collaborative student-advisor relationships centered on developing and defining personal, academic, and career goals, and introducing appropriate resources to achieve those goals.

Goals

Expectations

  • Understand and effectively communicate curriculum and program requirements.
  • Assist students in selecting courses based on personal, educational, and career goals.
  • Explain institutional academic policies and procedures.
  • Provide information related to college and community resources.
  • Be reasonably accessible to students through scheduled in person appointments, drop in, phone calls, and/or e-mails.
  • Actively listen to student's concerns and respect their decisions.
  • Discuss academic performance with students, and how that performance relates to success
  • Maintain confidentiality according to established standards.
  • Collaborate with students in the creation and regular updating of academic plans.

  • Be prepared to discuss goals and educational plans.
  • Be open regarding needs and goals.
  • Engage in learning about campus policies, procedures, and resources.
  • Ask questions to clarify any information that is not understood.
  • Be open and willing to consider professional recommendations.
  • Accept responsibility for personal, academic, and career decisions.
  • Follow an individualized academic plan that supports the completion of academic goals.
  • Review academic plan periodically and keep advisor apprised of any changes.
  • Keep scheduled appointments or give ample notice to reschedule.
  • Inform advisor of any academic challenges and difficulties experienced early.

New Students

How to Enroll

Current Students

Call-in Times    Make an Appointment

Career Exploration

Educational Planning

Social and Life Transition Advising

  • Determine your goal and take responsibility for your education.

  • Keep a list of college departments, services, and people that you can go to for help. Utilize your available resources such as the tutoring services in the LAC, your peers by participating in study groups, and online resources available in the SVCC website.

  • Identify one person at the college who can be your role model/mentor/advisor and ask for help.

  • Attend class and be an active participant. Your chances for success increase IF you make the choice to be on time for class and be prepared to participate in the learning process. If you must miss a class, contact your instructor prior to the class.

  • Let your instructors or counselor know if you are struggling with personal issues, academic challenges, or family responsibilities.

  • Use your money wisely. Buy used books, apply for scholarships, and don’t get into credit card debt.

  • Make a connection with a veteran student who shares your major to help you learn more about your career of interest, to provide you with a realistic perspective into college life, and to help you to explore your major course strategies and options.

  • Focus on your goal! Remember YOU are ultimately responsible for achieving your educational goals.

Office Hours

Regular Hours

Monday*
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday - Thursday*
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday**
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Summer Hours

Monday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday - Thursday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
* Monday - Thursday: Available for In-Person, Google Meeting and Telephone
** Friday: Available for Google Meeting and Telephone Only (No In-Person Appointments Available)

 

Contact Information

Phone:
(815) 835-6354

Email:
advising@svcc.edu

Staff Listing
Name Title Phone Office Email
Aldridge, Mandy M. Director of Admissions and Academic Advising (815) 835-6390
or ext. 390		 1E09 mandy.m.aldridge@svcc.edu
Benson, Celina R. Academic Advisor / Veterans Representative / PASS Facilitator 815-835-6301
or ext. 301		 1F29 celina.benson@svcc.edu
Cox, Eann E. Academic Advisor and Career Specialist 815-835-6358
or ext. 358		   eann.e.cox@svcc.edu
Forsberg, Amy Y. Academic Advisor / Retention Specialist 815-835-6307
or ext. 307		 1E17 amy.y.forsberg@svcc.edu
Hooker, Jennifer J. Mental Health and Academic Counselor/Assistant Professor I 815-835-6271
or ext. 271		 1E17 jennifer.j.hooker@svcc.edu
Kern-Lyons, Valerie L. Professor, Mental Health and Academic Counselor 815-835-6204
or ext. 204		 1E13 valerie.kernlyons@svcc.edu
Sisson, Mackenzie M. Peer Mentor Lead Facilitator     mackenzie.sisson@svcc.edu
Wilkin, Jessica  C. Academic Advisor and Transfer Specialist 815-835-6348
or ext. 348		 1E15 jessica.c.wilkin@svcc.edu