Academic Advisement
Academic advisement is a collaborative educational process; students and their advisor are partners in meeting the essential learning goals that support student success. Academic advisement is not an event, but a process, with the student taking the lead and responsibility for their academic career; while the advisor provides the student with the tools, direction and appropriate referrals to assist students in meeting those goals.
Student Responsibilities
- Acquire the information needed to assume responsibility for course scheduling, program planning, and the successful completion of all degree requirements.
- Use the RBS Undergraduate Program-Newark Website, Schedule of Classes, Degree Navigator and WEBREG to understand NCAS General Education requirements as well as major/minor requirements and to check prerequisites for courses.
- Use the RBS Undergraduate Program-Newark Website, Rutgers-Newark 2011-2013 Catalog and Academic Calendars to learn all policies, procedures and deadlines.
- Check your Pegasus email account regularly, read all messages from official university offices, read the RBS eNewsletter and respond as appropriate.
- Schedule an appointment with your assigned RBS Academic Advisor at least once a year to ensure your timely and satisfactory progress towards completion of all degree requirements.
- Arrive to appointments on time and prepared.
- Seek assistance from your assigned RBS Academic Advisor whenever you have questions or concerns.
- Use campus resources and services to assist you in achieving your academic, personal and career goals.
- Follow through when referred to other administrative offices and resources.
- Be courteous and respectful.
Advisor Responsibilities
(Taken from the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education)
- Develop a thorough knowledge of degree requirements and a working knowledge of academic options and resources throughout the University.
- Provide students with clear and accurate information regarding university policies, procedures, deadlines and services to students.
- Assist students with making educational plans that are consistent with their goals, abilities, and interests.
- Clarify General Education and major/minor requirements.
- Offer recommendations and strategies for academic success.
- Refer students to the appropriate support services and departments as needed.
- Be professional, courteous, and respectful.
Contact the Rutgers Business School Undergraduate Program in Newark Dean’s Office
The Rutgers Business School Undergraduate Program in Newark Dean’s Office is located at 1 Washington Park, Room 324. The office is open to students for walk-in hours and appointments.
