CSU, Dominguez Hills Academic Advising Mission Academic advising at 好色先生, Dominguez Hills is a collaborative, accessible, and transformative teaching and learning experience that empowers students to develop educational plans consistent with their academic, professional, and personal goals and encourages self-reliant problem-solving, critical thinking, lifelong learning, and self-development.
SSC, CHHSN Advising Mission
The foundation of advising for the Student Services Center (SSC), College of Health, Human Services, and Nursing (CHHSN) is based upon conceptual, relational, and informational principles, which are the core competencies of NACADA The Global Community for Academic Advising. In this belief, the advisors of SSC, CHHSN are fully dedicated to socio-personal, academic, and career support for our students. The advisors provide this support by being responsive to student needs, issues, and concerns to innovate our advising practices towards equity, accessibility, and inclusion. As a center, we build a community that prepares students for the knowledge and skills they need as student leaders and emerging health and human services professionals. The advisors cultivate this community and college identity by creating a collaborative space in partnership with the college鈥檚 students, staff, and faculty.
(Kerr, M., Langford, L., Prado, C., Valdez, A., Viray, J., 2022) 聽
"The Student Success Center, CHHSN at 好色先生, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSUDH excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.鈥澛�
STAFF
Advisor | Major |
Lisa Langford | Director |
Mark Kerr | Graduation Specialist |
Matt Lasmarias | Retention Specialist, Academic Notice, Exploring Toros (A-C) |
Elena Bonilla | Retention Specialist, Freshman and Sophomore, Progress Reports |
Cristina Prado | Academic Advisor |
April Thomas | Academic Advisor |
Angel Valdez | Academic Advisor |
Jennifer'Lyn Johnson | Academic Advisor |
Erika Flores | Academic Advisor |
Office hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm *
Office is closed during Lunch: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
*Appointment times and days may vary and are offered in person, via email, or by phone Office Location: Welch Hall (WH) 220 Appointment Phone: 聽(310) 243-2120 Appointment Email: sscadvisingchhsn@csudh.edu DAILY DROP-IN HOURS Drop-in hours availability for all advisors in the Student Success Center. Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-3:30pm (In-person) Fridays 2:30pm-3:30pm (Zoom- find Zoom links HERE) |
According to Dearborn (2002), 鈥淎cademic advising is a collaborative relationship between a student and an academic advisor. The intent of this collaboration is to assist the students in the development of meaningful educational goals that are consistent with personal interests, values, and abilities. 鈥�
Advisor & Student Responsibilities
Advisor Responsibilities:
- Provide support to ensure progression to graduation
- Assist students in accessing, navigating, and utilizing the Academic Requirements Report
- Explain academic policies and procedures
- Assist in identifying and utilizing university resources
- Collaborate with the student to ensure student success
- Be accessible for advising in person, via phone, or by email
- Maintain confidentiality
Student Responsibilities:
- Meet with your academic advisor regularly
- Come prepared for each appointment
- Ask questions to clarify any concerns you have
- Follow up with recommendations from your advisor
- Become knowledgeable about university and program policies and procedures
- Become familiar with your Academic Requirements Report
- Take accountability for your education
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