In this section we've collected what we think is key information for academic advisors. We consider our attempt at organizing this body of knowledge to be a work in progress. We welcome suggestions to this site, and because there are so many links, please report any broken or incorrect ones right away to the ARC at advising@email.arizona.edu or call (520) 626-8667.
Thank you for helping us to improve and keep up-to-date information at this site.
The UA offers multiple resources to support students in their academic and personal success. However, just as important are the many resources available to assist advisors as they become proficient in their profession and continually enhance their skills.
Having a clear understanding of the purpose of academic advising allows both students and advisors to develop realistic goals and expectations for the advising process.
The Recognition Committee of the University Academic Advising Council (UAAC) administers an annual awards program designed to recognize excellence in academic advising.
ARC seminars, offered throughout the semester, provide professional development opportunities and policy updates.
There are specific procedures in place for declaring some minors. These procedures might include signing off on students who wish to declare the minor, requiring students to meet with the advisor in the minor department, and approving transfer credit in the minor.
In a profession as diverse as academic advising and at a university the size of UA, new advisors need guidance as they quickly learn countless advising policies and practices.
Academic advisors play a key role in assisting new freshmen and transfer students in their acclimation to the UA.
The newsletter is published and distributed monthly by the staff in the Advising Resource Center. UA academic advisors are encouraged to provide feedback, submit articles and announcements, and submit topic ideas through the ARC email: advising@email.arizona.edu
Advisors at all stages of their career benefit from professional development, both at the local and national level.
Changes to policy and procedures that impact academic advising and other unique information that does not appear in the academic catalog are archived in this section.
