Roles and Responsibilities

The following information explains the collaborative relationship between academic advisor and student.

Each student is expected to refer to the Academic Advising Syllabus, given by his/her AAEC advisor during Pre-Advise, for an in-depth understanding of this relationship.

Expected Learning Outcomes For AAEC Advisees:

You will:

• understand the general education requirements
• clearly understand the purpose and format of your Advising Report (AR)
• know the advising process and where you will be advised in future semesters
• utilize WINS as a resource for advising and registration
• understand individual college admission requirements when appropriate

You Can Expect Your Advisor to:

• understand and effectively communicate UW-Whitewater policies and procedures
• listen to your concerns and respect your individual values and choices
• help you evaluate and define your academic, career, and personal goals
• support and encourage you as you work toward meeting your educational goals
• be available to answer your questions through scheduled meetings, walk-ins, phone or email
• demonstrate how to utilize WINS and the AAEC Website
• refer you to other campus offices as appropriate

Your Advisor Expects You to:

• schedule and attend advising appointments on time
• come to appointments
• review your AR each semester and track your progress towards completing your graduation requirements
• read your UW-Whitewater email
• become knowledgeable of campus policies, procedures, and resources
• come to your appointments prepared with questions and/or topics to discuss as well as all necessary advising materials
• be responsible for your own educational plans and for monitoring all requirements for graduation