Wayne State University

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Advising

Undergraduate Advising

Undergraduate students have TWO advisors. All students see one Academic Advisor in the department. Students also have a Career Advisor depending on their major.
 
1. Academic Advisor for all undergraduate students:
 
James Fortune
2. Career Advisor in your Major:
Your career advisor if a faculty member who provides career information and guidance as you move through your degree program and into the professional world.
 
Bachelor of Science (BS): Doug Risner, Ph.D. Email
 
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA): Linda Simmons Email
 
Dance Education: Eva Powers Email
 
Transfer Students: Eva Powers Email
 
Newly Admitted First-years
As you enter the university in your freshman year, it is VERY IMPORTANT that you schedule an advising appointment with the Academic Advisor early in your first semester. This appointment would most likely include a discussion of your goals and creation of a personalized plan of study. Regular advising will help you stay on track, help ensure success, and save time and tuition dollars.
 
Transfer students
It is very important that you consult with the Academic Advisor PRIOR to your first semester at Wayne State University in order to select courses for the first semester and to create a personalized plan of study. You may do this by signing up for a Transfer Thursday when dates are available. These can be found on the Admissions website, or email the Academic Advisor for an appointment time.

General Education Requirements for CFPCA

This is for information only. Your Academic Advisor will work with you to integrate these important skill-building courses into your personalized plan of study.