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Academic Advising

Academic Advising Department
Watson School of Education
UNC Wilmington
601 South College Road Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 962-7745
education@uncw.edu

Faculty Advisor Expectations

  1. Provide Accurate Information.
  2. Meet with students during each pre-registration period for pre-registration advising (Fall & Spring).
  3. Be available on an as needed basis for support.
  4. Respond to student inquiries about tracking their progress towards graduation.
  5. Assist students with reading degree audits.
  6. Clarify concentration requirements for elementary and middle grades students.
  7. Submit appropriate subs/waivers as necessary.
  8. Refer students to appropriate Watson Resources (Website, Intern Coordinator, Lead Advisor, Ed Lab etc.).
  9. Seek support for advising from your faculty mentor or your department chair.
  10. Be familiar with UNCW resources and refer students to them as necessary.

Resources include: Counseling Resources, Learning Center, Library, CARE, Career Resources, Student Health Center, Crossroads, etc.