For a successful academic advising relationship to evolve, both
the student and the academic advisor have responsibilities.
Student responsibilities include:
- learning North Dakota State University policies and
procedures.
- knowing graduation requirements for degree program.
- understanding and accepting the consequences of their
academic decisions.
- seeking, evaluating, and acting upon advising
assistance.
- taking responsibility for accomplishing his/her degree
plan.
Academic Advisor responsibilities include:
- assisting students in achieving the learning outcomes of
their academic program, their college, and the university.
- referring students to appropriate campus resources.
- empowering students to develop an academic plan appropriate
to the student's abilities, interests, academic and career
goals.
- communicating university policies and procedures
accurately.