Welcome to Student Services in The College of Arts and Sciences
at Syracuse University

Associate Dean's Office
Associate Dean for Student Services:  Kandice Salomone
Senior Administrator:  Tamera Beard
Office Coordinator:  Cynthia Jones
Telephone:  315-443-3150

Student Records Office (SRO)
Director:  Ann Marie McGinnis
Recorders:  Francesco Riverso (A-G), Maria Borte (H-O), Marlyse Pirro (P-Z)
Office Coordinator:  Suzanne Kraus
Telephone:  315-443-2205

Academic Advising and Counseling Services (AACS)
Director:  Shruti Viswanathan
Academic Counselors:  Vita Marie Racko, Amy Mirabelli
Administrative Specialist:  Jennifer Jeffery
Graduate Assistant:  TBD
Student Intern:  LeAnne St. Gelais
Telephone:  315-443-2207

Career Exploration Services (CES)
Director:  TBD
Career Counselor:  Amy Friers
Office Coordinator:  Lynn Fall
Telephone:  315-443-2206
E-mail:  ces@syr.edu
Web Site:  http://ces.syr.edu

Health Professions Advisory Program (HPAP)
Director:  M. Kristine Waldron
Pre-Health Advisor:  Stacy Peffley
Office Coordinator:  Barbara Carns
Graduate Assistant:  TBD
Telephone:  315-443-2321
E-mail:  hpap@syr.edu
Web Site:  http://hpap.syr.edu

Pre-Law Advising Services
Director:  M. Kristine Waldron
Pre-Law Advisor:  Amy Friers
Office Coordinator:  Lynn Fall
Graduate Assistant:  TBD
Telephone:  315-443-6228
E-mail:  prelaw@syr.edu
Web Site:  http://prelaw.syr.edu

Associate Dean's Office (329 HL)

HOURS
Monday – Friday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
by appointment
(summer hours:  8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

Student Services is directed by Associate Dean Kandice L. Salomone and supported by Senior Administrator Tamera Beard and Office Coordinator Cynthia Jones.

Student Services Mission
We welcome, we support, and we challenge College of Arts and Sciences students to realize their fullest intellectual and personal potential while engaging in service to their communities.
Student Services is guided in its work with students, faculty, and all other members of the Syracuse University community by the following core values:

Support.  We are committed to helping all students realize their academic and intellectual potential.
Service.  We are dedicated to building lasting relationships with those we serve by listening to, and then providing, the student support services they need most to achieve academic success.
Respect.  We have respect for each other and for those we serve by always communicating truthfully, but with compassion and sensitivity.
Teamwork.  We know that by working as a team, with the open exchange of ideas and information, we will achieve the highest level of service excellence and professional satisfaction.
Continuous Growth.  We challenge ourselves, and others, to be continuous learners who strive for professional excellence and personal growth.

You can meet with the Associate Dean or the Senior Administrator if you would like to learn more about...

• Scholarships and awards offered by The College;
• Special academic programs within iLEARN (http://ilearn.syr.edu);
• The process and policies of Academic  Integrity appeals;
• Convocation and Opening Weekend events of The College.

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  Student Records Office (329 HL)

  HOURS (WALK-IN ONLY)
  Monday – Thursday
  8:30 – 11:30 am, 1:00 – 4:30 pm
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  Friday
  8:30 – 11:30 am
  (summer hours:  8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

  The Student Records Office (SRO) provides academic guidance to all undergraduates in The College of Arts and Sciences with the purpose of insuring successful completion of their degrees.  Students may speak individually with their College Recorder about any question they have regarding college requirements, academic credit, grade point average or their academic record in general.  All Arts and Sciences students are encouraged to meet with their College Recorder sometime during the first few weeks of school and to continue contact at least once a semester throughout their undergraduate career.

  You can meet with a Recorder if you would like to...

• Determine which requirements you have left to take;
• Learn more about academic rules and regulations;
• Find out about your transfer credits;
• Have an official Senior Check (during your Senior year);
• Get advice regarding:
• Liberal Arts Core requirements;
• Petitions;
• Leave of absences/withdrawals/re-admits;
• Declaration of majors/minors;
• Academic deadlines;
• Adding or dropping a class.

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  Academic Advising and Counseling Services (329 HL)

  HOURS
  Monday – Friday
  8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  by appointment
  (summer hours:  8:00 am – 4:30 pm)
  WALK-IN HOURS
  Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  10:00 am – 12:00 noon
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  Tuesday and Thursday
  1:00 – 3:00 pm

  Academic Advising and Counseling Services (AACS) offers a variety of services including academic advising and counseling, and academic success strategies for undergraduates in The College of Arts and Sciences.  The primary goal of Academic Advising and Counseling Services is to help students better understand themselves and to become familiar with the many resources Syracuse University has to meet their unique educational needs and aspirations.

  You can meet with an Academic Counselor if you would like to...

• Receive support for a variety of personal and academic issues;
• Take part in individual or small-group counseling;
• Learn new strategies to optimize academic performance;
• Improve your time management and study skills;
• Better understand the Liberal Arts Core;
• Get additional help choosing courses;
• Obtain assistance with the major/minor decision-making process
• Find out about resources on campus.

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  Career Exploration Services (329 HL)

  HOURS
  Monday – Friday
  8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  by appointment
  (summer hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

  Career Exploration Services (CES) offers a variety of programs and services tailored to the unique needs of Arts and Sciences students.  The office staff assists students in exploring and articulating the benefits of a liberal arts education through self-assessment strategies, individualized academic and career planning, and referral to appropriate University resources.  CES services include individual and group advising and counseling, workshops, presentations, assessment tools, and resource guides.  CES is a member of the Syracuse University Career Services Network.

  You can meet with a Career Counselor if you would like to...

• Understand the purpose of a liberal arts education and how to express its value to employers;
• Learn more about the 44 programs of study in A&S and related careers;
• Create a resume or cover letter, or conduct a job search;
• Determine whether graduate school is a good choice for you given your future plans;
• Find out about all the career events taking place on campus.

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  Health Professions Advisory Program (323 HL)

  HOURS
  Monday – Friday
  8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  appointments available
  between 9:00 am – 4:30 pm;
  appointments are not made via e-mail; walk-in service as staff is available
  (summer hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

  The Health Professions Advisory Program (HPAP) offers a wide range of services, without charge, for all Syracuse University and SUNY ESF students and alumni who are considering a career in the health professions.  HPAP staff provides guidance and counseling about academic requirements and other credentials necessary for applying to medical, dental, veterinary, optometry, health administrations, public health, and other health-related professions.  If you have questions, call 315-443-2321, or visit 323 Hall of Languages.

  You can meet with a Pre-Health Advisor if you would like to...

• Discuss your interest in a health-related career and sign up for the listserv;
• Understand which courses are necessary to prepare yourself to apply to health professions schools;
• Receive assistance with solicitation of evaluations;
• Obtain Committee/Credential letters;
• Prepare for the MCAT exam;
• Take part in Mock Interviews;
• Utilize the Resource Center, which includes information on:
• A wide variety of health-related careers;
• Different types of professional schools;
• Post-baccalaureate programs;
• Summer programs;
• Computers for student use.

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  Pre-Law Advising Services (329 HL)

  HOURS
  Monday – Friday
  8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  by appointment
  (summer hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

  Pre-Law Advising Services offers the opportunity for students interested in law school to subscribe to the Pre-Law Advising Services listserv, and to make an appointment to meet with a Pre-Law Advisor.  Pre-Law Advisors assist students with various aspects of the law school admission process, and preparation for the study and practice of law.  If you have questions, call the Pre-Law Advising Services office at 315-443-6228, or visit 329 Hall of Languages.  Pre-Law advising is available, without charge, to all Syracuse University students and alumni interested in pursuing a career in law.

  The Pre-Law Advising Services office maintains a small collection of printed resources and materials to assist you in preparing for the law school application process.

  You can meet with a Pre-Law Advisor if you would like to...

• Sign up for the Pre-Law listserv;
• Discuss your interest in a law-related career;
• Find out more about workshops and advising on such topics as:
• Preparation for the LSAT exam;
• The law school application process;
• Personal statements.
• Obtain assistance with completion of Dean's Certification requests.

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