Our Mission
Mission Statement
Iowa State University's academic advisors are dedicated to enhancing each student's academic and career aspirations.
Academic advisors at Iowa State are:
- Interested in the personal and professional development of students
- Knowledgeable about University, College and departmental policies & procedures
- Accessible to their advisees via office hours, phone & e-mail
- Skilled listeners
- Referral agents
- Life-long learners
- Problem-solvers
- Available to assist prospective students and alumni
- Academic advisors also may assume the roles of mentor, teacher & scholar
Iowa State provides advisors with:
- On-going training/development programs
- Advisor’s Newsletter and Handbook
- Computer access to academic records
- Electronic degree audit system
- University and College awards and recognition Programs
- Support for advising research opportunities
Academic advisors encourage their advisees to:
- Be serious about their studies and learning
- Be responsible for their decisions and actions
- Be knowledgeable about Iowa State policies and procedures and the graduation requirements for their individual program
- Be conscientious about integrating degree requirements with out-of-class, leadership, and career opportunities.