College, Department or UnitCollege, Department or Unit
Academic Advisor
Department of Health Sciences
Illinois State University
Beginning with the fall semester of sophomore year (or with your third semester) you will be advised in the Department of Health Sciences. In advising during the sophomore year, the main focus is on creating and maintaining a good plan of study and in seeking involvement on campus. This is also the time to start considering your resume.
Each of these activities or assignments is designed to help you achieve the goals described on the advising home page.
When |
What |
How |
Why |
|---|---|---|---|
Early Fall |
Orientation to department. | Appointment with advisor. Call 438-8329 to schedule an advising appointment. | To understand your major department and your curriculum completely. |
| Complete long term plan of study. | Utilize the resources provided in the undergraduate catalog, on iCampus, and on this web site. Then meet with advisor to review plan. | So you’ll have a “map” to follow as you plan your academics. Also, a long term plan reduces errors. | |
Mid-Fall |
Explore departmental opportunities for involvement. | Visit major based student clubs. Talk to faculty, students, and advisor. Attend departmentally sponsored events. | Your involvement outside the classroom is directly linked to your overall success. |
| Visit the Career Center. | Drop in or call for an appointment. They’re located in the Student Services Building 185; phone number is 438-2200. Visit online at Illinois State University's Career Center. | Look at sample resumes. Check out resources and templates for resume writing. | |
| Research additional university policies. This year look at "Credit/No credit", "Academic Probation", and "Honors." | Utilize university resources – catalog, web, etc. In particular, look at the following: |
So you will be an informed participant in your education. | |
Early Spring |
Seek involvement in major related activities. | This will vary depending upon the activity. Some suggestions are student clubs, undergraduate teaching assistant, study abroad, and the Research Symposium. | Your involvement outside the classroom is directly linked to your overall success. |
| Seek leadership opportunities on campus. | Explore your areas of interest and areas in which you’ve been involved. Look for areas in which you can move into a position of leadership. | Leadership experience helps you develop as a young professional. It is helpful as you begin professional practice. | |
Mid-Spring |
Monitor long term plan of study. | Review your progress toward degree on iCampus. Make adjustments as needed. | Prior to each registration period, you will need to update your plan. |
| Explore service opportunities in the community. | Utilize connections through campus involvement and through professional interests. Check out the Dean of Students web site to see how. | Involvement and service are linked to your professional growth. | |
| Create a draft of your resume. | Utilize the Career Center. | A good resume takes time and many drafts. Start now! | |
Late Spring |
Work on professional skills. | Research the “professional skills” on your own. Then make an appointment with your advisor to discuss. | Your professionalism skills are clearly linked to your progress in college and beyond. |
