The College of Education and Human Development is committed to providing you with effective academic advisement and we encourage you to take advantage of the support services our College has to offer.

STEP 1 – Visit UD’s Advising Center website for a list of all the assistance the University provides its students.

STEP 2- Connect with your academic advisor and/or advising center.

• • Don’t know who your faculty advisor is?  Find out using the UDSIS system.
  • Or contact a member of our College advisement team listed below.

Remember to schedule meetings each year to ensure you’re on track and that your goals and interests are being met. By using the Blue Hen Success Collaborative (BHSC) system our advisors can proactively connect you to the appropriate support services — such as academic assistance, financial aid or career services — which can sometimes be difficult to navigate on your own. To get the most from your next advisement appointment, check out our helpful hints listed below.  

Contact Advisement

Roles & Responsibilities

As a student in the College of Education and Human Development, we want you to succeed. We will work with you to ensure you get the most out of your education, both during your time on campus and afterward – once you join your profession.  To help you on your journey, it is important that you understand your role, to help us fulfill ours.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Office of the Dean – (302) 831-2396.

Helpful Hints

To ensure you get the most out of your Advisement session, please review these Helpful Hints:

• Come prepared. It may help to ask yourself:
  • Why did I schedule this appointment?
  • Have I reviewed my major requirements and created a list of questions?
  • Ifyou are meeting to discuss registration for the upcoming semester, have you reviewed the course offerings in UDSIS and outlined the courses you are considering?

• Arrive promptly! Double check where their office is located, and keep their phone number handy just in case you’re running late and need to call to let them know.
• Ask Questions. Since academic decisions are ultimately your responsibility, make sure you ask questions during advisement appointments. If you don’t understand a requirement or are not clear on a UD policy or procedure, your advisor can assist you in finding out those answers.
• Don’t be afraid to bring up sensitive issues (i.e. failing a class, financial and/or personal problems). Tell your advisor about things that may be affecting your ability to do your best.
• Remember to thank them for their time. This may seem obvious but it is especially important to thank them if they have written a recommendation, sent you information about a scholarship, or hooked you up with that internship you have been dreaming of!
• Follow up. Don’t forget to follow up on any referrals that your advisor has given you (i.e. writing center, tutoring, counseling center, study abroad).

Advisory Benefits by Year

Be aware of what you are expected to undertake each year. Don’t wait until the last minute to make an appointment with your advisor.