Preparing for your Advising Session

1. Have your UHD student ID # available for check in purposes and bring a writing utensil.
2. Be knowledgeable of all coursework you have completed at other accredited universities and colleges. 
3. Pick up a current copy of the UHD catalog from the Information Center in Rm. 355-North.
4. Pick up a copy of your intended degree plan from the rack in front of the Advising Center or print  a copy of your degree plan from the list available at the following web address:
   http://www.uhd.edu/academic/colleges/university/academic_advising/degw.htm
   NOTE: These degree plans are unofficial; you will receive your official degree plan from the advisor in your college once you are a declared major.
5. Please attempt to check off all previously completed courses on the degree plan of your chosen major.
6. Before signing in to see an advisor, please check course availability and offerings on the class schedule available online ONLY on Student E-Services.
   http://global.dt.uh.edu:8080/schedule/
7. For course approval, please fill out in its entirety the Advising Form.  Be sure to include your UHD ID#, Full name, and list the course selections you are requesting.
   ****It is wise to choose additional alternative course selections in the event that a requested course is closed or unable to be approved for lack of prerequisites.****  
8. Be familiar with your responsibilities as an advisee, which are found on the back of the Advising Form.
9. Become familiar with FERPA regulations.  For further information pertaining to FERPA, please contact the UHD Office of the Registrar in Rm.330-North, (713)221-8999.
   http://www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html
10. Be an active participant in your advising session.  Do not be afraid to ask questions and express concerns.
    

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