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Appointment Information

Spring 2024 Virtual Drop-In Schedule

Drop-ins are 10-15 minute meetings for the following types of questions

  • One quarter schedule planning only (no long term course planning)
  • Graduation check for current or next quarter graduates
  • Interpretation of university policy (CR/NC, Grades, Leaves, Withdrawals, etc.)
  • Follow-up with an advisor from a recent appointment (within last 2-3 weeks)
  • Referrals to campus resources
  • Questions regarding ASSIST.org (i.e. transferring courses from community college)
  • Course substitutions

WHEN: Thursdays; 9:30-11:30 a.m. while Spring '24 classes are in session AND 9:30-11:30 a.m. on:

Mondays

  • April 15, 22, 29
  • May 6, 13, 20
  • June 3

Tuesdays

  • April 9
  • May 14, 21, 28

 

Zoom Meeting ID: 833 6560 6791
https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/83365606791

Be Patient and Conscientious When Booking

We are short-staffed (with only 3 full-time advisors) so ask for your patience when booking. Though appointment availability is limited you may email, call or visit our office and our staff will try to assist you in finding answers or an appointment time. We recommend bookmarking the first available appointment link and checking for 15-minute appointments regularly.

Use your Cal Poly email address to book an appointment/contact us. It is recommended that you turn off email forwarding and begin to use your Cal Poly email when reaching out to departments or faculty. This helps departments and faculty verify who you are.

Please do not be a NO SHOW! If you cannot keep your scheduled appointment use the Calendly link in your appointment confirmation email to RESCHEDULE or CANCEL so that another student may utilize that slotted time.

First-Year Students: Meet with the Mustang Success Center

Are you a first-time freshman?

You will meet with the professional advisors in the Mustang Success Center throughout your freshman year. We look forward to working with you in your second year, through graduation, and beyond!

First Year Student Advising

Biological Sciences Students: Second-Years and Above

Dr. Christy Strand is offering in-person academic advising appointments to second-, third- and fourth-year Biological Sciences Department students on Tuesdays 2:00-5:00pm in Dr. Strand's office (Bldg 33, Rm 266)

Book Now: 15-Minute In-Person Advising Appointments

Book Now: 30-Minute In-Person Advising Appointments

 

Book Now: Any Available Advisor

For Bailey College of Science & Math Second-, Third- and Fourth-Year Students

View All Availability

Appointment Details:

  • Check the 15-minute appointment link frequently for upcoming appointments released throughout the week.
  • You may schedule up to four weeks out.
  • Because appointments often fill up, it is best to plan three weeks in advance. Keep in mind important deadlines!
  • Instructions for virtual appointments are included in your appointment confirmation email.

Book Now: Choose Your Advisor

For Bailey College of Science & Math Second-, Third- and Fourth-Year Students

Appointment Details:

  • You may schedule up to four weeks out.
  • Because appointments often fill up, it is best to plan three weeks in advance. Keep in mind important deadlines!
  • Instructions for virtual appointments are included in your appointment confirmation email.

Taking Time Off: Bailey College Students Only

Meet with our Bailey College Retention Specialist

       Navigating Time Off Resources

 

Pre-Health Advising

First-Year, Second-Year, and Newly Pre-Health Students

You will want to meet with a pre-health peer advisor and visit our pre-health website. This site is updated frequently as we know there is much to keep up with and monitor, especially during these unusual and challenging times.

Third- and Fourth-Year Pre-Health Students

If you'd like to schedule an application or personal statement appointment with a pre-health staff advisor, please visit our pre-health website. If you have other questions or needs, they can likely be addressed by one of our pre-health peer advisors during their drop-in hours.

If you're unsure of who you should meet with, please review the "Should I meet with a peer advisor or a staff advisor?" tab on the pre-health website. 

Appointment Cancellation Policy

As a courtesy to our office and your peers, if you need to cancel or reschedule your advising appointment, use the link in your confirmation email or give us a call.

We prefer at least 24 hours advance notice, but we know last minute things come up and that's okay.

 

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