Advisor Advisee Responsibilities

Academic advising is a learning process supported by a relationship of mutual respect and collaboration between advisor and advisee.

Advisor Responsibilities:

Create an environment where mutual respect and trust allows students to define and develop realistic goals.
Assist students in gaining decision making skills and in assuming responsibility for their educational plans and achievements.
Assist students in understanding the purpose and goals in education and its effect on their lives and personal goals.
Understand and effectively communicate program requirements, basic graduation requirements, and academic policies and procedures.
Guide students in identifying and pursuing resources in offices throughout campus.
Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct following SCC and FERPA regulations.
Effectively communicate advisor availability.

Be involved in the advising process by being prepared to discuss your goals and educational plans during meetings: bring necessary materials.
Review your course completions each term and track your progress toward completing your graduation requirements.
Take primary and increasing responsibility for your educational plans and achievements.
Be open and willing to consider recommendations from faculty, advisors, and other mentors.
As soon as you are ready, commit to and pursue an academic plan directed toward the completion of a degree from SCC.
Schedule and attend appointments with your advisor each term.