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Advising and Resources
For your academic success
Connect with advisors at Arts Central for everything from course selection to degree planning. Advisors are ready and able to help students from their first day on campus. Getting help early on will have a positive impact on your studies!
Connect with an Advisor
Academic advisors are here to help you make the most of your university experience. Advisors can help you make important decisions about your academic career and professional future and can provide you with the tools you need to navigate the university, its departments, and its programs.
Drop-in advising is available Monday to Thursday, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., in Arts Central (AQ 3020) and via Zoom. Bookable appointments are available in the afternoons.
Workshops for New Students (Fall 2025 Admits)
Your First Term in FASS: Advisor Q & A
Get to know your Arts Central Advisors as you learn more about what to expect and how we can support you as you prepare for your first term in FASS! Advisors will answer your questions on things like: how many courses to take, majors vs minors, declaring/changing programs, preparing for enrolment, co-curricular opportunities and much much more.
FASS Course Planning Workshops
Plan out your courses for Fall as you get ready for the start of enrolment. FASS Academic advisors will walk you through the enrolment process and answer any questions you may have. Choose from either of the following sessions:
Advising Supports and Services
1st & 2nd Year Advisors
Within Arts Central, advising for undeclared students with less than 60 units is provided by:
3rd & 4th Year Advisors
Within Arts Central, advising for undeclared students with 60 or more units is provided by:
Student Resources
Check out our undergraduate student resources page for links to helpful academic, program planning and support resources such as:
Advisor Directory
Advisor photos and additional contact details are available on the Arts Central directory page.
