Mission

The Center for Academic Advising and Adult Learning supports both the university and Student Development and Campus Life missions to foster the intellectual, psychological, physical, and social development of students. Working collaboratively with advisors, students, faculty and university staff, CAAAL takes a proactive role in the educational process helping students make informed decisions about their courses, major and future goals.

Academic advising provides structured support to students and is an integral part of a college education. As such, advisors will:

• Be experts on university policies and procedures
• Teach students to proactively learn curriculum and clarifying educational goals
• Monitor academic standing of students and provide continuous support
• Offer necessary programs and workshops that strengthen the connection of students to the university.

In turn, students will:

• Gather information relevant to their program of study
• Maintain communication with an advisor
• Define personal values, goals, and professional aspirations
• Accept responsibility for their decisions.

This relationship fosters student independence and responsibility through an on-going educational process, resulting in graduates who are leaders engaged in learning, exploration of knowledge, and civic responsibility.