Advising Office in 303 Lucas Hall

The Advising Office in 303 Lucas Hall serves most majors in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) and the College of Fine Arts & Communication (COFAC). Advisors meet regularly with undergraduate students to discuss degree progress, course selections, and campus policies as well as refer students to other appropriate campus entities. The office is open Monday, Thursday & Friday 8am - 4pm and Tuesday & Wednesday 8am - 6pm appointments can be made at (314) 516-5501.

Who advises my major?

While many students in CAS and COFAC receive advising in 303 Lucas, students in several degree programs should meet primarily with their departmental advisor. For CAS those degrees are Anthropology, Biology, Biochemistry & Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics & Astronomy, or both Pre-Social Work and Social Work. For COFAC Art Education, Music, or Music Education should meet with their department.

Students from other programs are encouraged to meet with their departmental advisors as well before meeting with an advisors in 303 Lucas.

What do I need for an appointment?

In addition to lifting holds and registering students for classes, advisors help students understand the university's programs, requirements, policies and procedures, help answer any questions or concerns students may have, and refer students to available campus resources based on need among other administrative duties. So in order to get the most of an advisor, it helps to come in prepared. Here are several things students can do before meeting with an advisor:

Review the Student Advising Syllabus

Have your student number

Have a picture ID

Review your DARS

Look at the Course Catalog

Take the Math Placement Test

Schedule an appointment