Academic Advising Process
Each undergraduate student in SPIA is assigned an academic advisor to help guide them through from admission to graduation. Students are expected to meet with their advisor at least once per semester to ensure progress towards graduation.
Academic Advisors collaborate with students to develop a plan for student success by providing assistance with the following:
- All coursework scheduled should be approved by the academic advisor
- Choosing classes, registration including add/drop and monitored withdrawals
- Good academic standing and performance; Assist with tracking progress towards graduation
- Clarification of academic policies and procedures
- Information about university and school resource
Career Advising Process
SPIA undergraduate students have access to a dedicated career advisor on the SPIA career development team. Students should meet with a SPIA career advisor once a term.
SPIA’s Career Development team focus on pathways for a career by the following:
- Provide access to Career Launch to explore job opportunities
- Provide resources for career development such as resume reviews, mock interviews, negotiation preparation
- Provide networking opportunities through events including professional development workshops, alumni career panels, and employer information sessions
- Provide a document library enabling the student to download professional development resources, such as resume and interviewing guides.
SPIA undergraduates continue to receive support through the University of Pittsburgh Career Center. SPIA Career Development advisors work closely with the Pitt Career Center.