What should I put in my Advising Folder?

• A copy of classes required for your major
• A copy of the general education requirements for you degree
• Special letters from the Registrar or Vice President of Academic Affairs
• Dean's List
• Notice of warning, probation, or suspension
• Graduation audit
• Book receipts--until you are sure you will not be returning your texts
• Awards or recognitions received
• Other academic information your advisor may give you

Why should I keep this information?

It is important to keep all your academic information together for reference purposes.  You may need to refer to the information

• To plan what courses you need for the next semester
• To keep track of your progress on your major
• To keep track of your progress on completing your general education requirements
• to prepare your resume