Schedule a 15 or 30-minute virtual or in-person appointment with BCLA Advising via LionConnect between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Your faculty advisor is also available to answer any questions about your major and can be reached via email.
NOTE: For a productive Zoom appointment, please ensure you are dressed appropriately, join from a stationary computer/tablet with your camera on, and are in a private setting. Come prepared by reviewing your student records and with a notetaking implement. If you are unable to meet these requirements, we kindly request that you reschedule your appointment. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Other ways to connect with BCLA Advising
Virtual Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
In-Person Drop-In Advising: Monday-Friday (except Wednesday) 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Drop-in advising is offered on a first-come, first seen basis. Students may check-in at the front desk beginning 5 minutes prior to the start of drop-in hours. Appointments endure 15-minutes maximum. Drop-in advising is best used for preliminary conversations or quick questions. Students may be referred to schedule a follow-up appointment if their questions cannot be fully resolved within the 15-minutes. See below for guidance on what topics are best suited for drop-in vs. Scheduled advising appointments
|
Drop-in advising |
Scheduled Appointments |
|
Policy questions: W/ CR/NC, course repeat, LOA |
Resolving advisor/ dean’s holds |
|
Quick registration questions: during add/drop, core |
Registration planning/graduation checks |
|
Challenges in a course/ academic success |
Probation/MTD |
|
Transfer questions (e.g.: Check-in on transfer course, start TCR, etc.) |
Four-year plans |
|
Preliminary conversations: study abroad/ Global Immersion, graduation, degree progress, career/ professional school, major exploration |
Study abroad (in-depth/ 4-year plan) |