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Academic Resources

Each student is supported by a team of three faculty and staff members from the start. This team helps connect you to resources, explain policies and procedures, provide academic guidance, and support your overall success.

Biochemistry student in the lab.
  1. The CALS advising team helps students navigate their college journey, get involved, and make an impact in the Wolfpack community. Through teaching, advising, first-year programs and broad knowledge of CALS departments and majors, we provide guidance on CALS majors and opportunities, helping students find the right path for them.
  2. Directors of Undergraduate Programs (DUPs) manage departmental undergraduate programs and are the authority on departmental academic matters. The DUP assigns advisees to advisors in their majors and is usually the first point of contact for students in their departments.
  3. Faculty and professional advisors are the authorities on academics and career-specific matters in the majors, providing advice on courses, careers, internships, research experiences and jobs.

Tips for Success

  • Study hard.
  • Go to class.
  • Don’t procrastinate.
  • Ask questions.
  • Take notes.
  • Explore your options.
  • Read your emails.
  • Form study groups with classmates.
  • Analyze your Degree Audit and plan ahead.
  • Get to know your professors.
  • Get to know your advisors.
  • Take advantage of university research opportunities.
  • Visit the Academic Success Center for free tutoring.
  • Work with your advisor to create a workable schedule.