Advising
Mission
The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications recognizes the importance of advising and supports students as they plan and achieve their academic and career goals. A dedicated, nine-person advising staff exists for one-on-one meetings, drop-in hours and small group sessions with students.
The ultimate responsibility for understanding University policies and completing all degree requirements rests with the student. However, the advising office can assist students with information and advice on:
Scheduled Appointments
Call 814-865-1503, 814-865-1591 or schedule online.
In Person: Advising Office, 204 Carnegie Building
-- Scheduling an Appointment --
Thirty (30) minute appointments for longer discussions regarding scheduling, graduation plans, study abroad and more.
- To schedule an appointment, please schedule through Starfish LINK
- What do you need help with / appointment type = Advising for Assigned Advisees (If you are choosing "Advising for Any Student" you will not see any availability listed.)
Drop-In Appointments
Fall Semester:
Tuesdays, 9-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
In Person: Advising Office, 204 Carnegie Building
- Drop-ins are limited to 10-15 minutes. Students with more complex questions will be referred to schedule an advising appointment.
- Wait times will vary based on the number on students waiting to be seen.
- The waiting room may close at any time to ensure all students can be seen within the drop-in timeframe.
Advising Resources
- Academic Calendars
- Undergraduate Bulletin — Majors, minors and more.
- Academic Integrity
- Academic Warning and Suspension
Applications
For honors and special courses.
- COMM 494 Application for Undergraduate Research Credits
- COMM 496 Independent Study
- COMM 496H Honors Independent Study
- COMM 494 TA Guidelines
- Schreyer Honors College Thesis Guidelines
Office
204 Carnegie Building
814-865-1503
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