Academic Advising

A&M-Texarkana's Academic Advising Philosophy

Academic advising at A&M-Texarkana is a professional activity based on research and theories related to student development, academic success, and adult learning. Our advising model places the student at the center of a collaborative and developmental approach to academic success.

Academic Advising

engages with students proactively to foster a team approach.
partners with faculty and academic leaders to ensure accurate and up-to-date degree plans.
provides guidance on degree completion and course selection.
communicates academic success strategies and resources.

Student Actions

As active participants in the advising process, students have the opportunity to

schedule advising appointments each semester with their academic advisor.
discuss courses, strategies, resources, and other topics to help with academic success.
monitor their academic progress each semester.
consult with their academic advisor and faculty when circumstances could impact academic performance (e.g. illness, family situation, work schedule, or other emergencies)

Please visit the Academic Advising website for additional information.

Early Alert/Intervention

Adjusting to the atmosphere in higher education can be challenging for some students. Students may encounter various challenges during their college career that could prevent their academic success. In an effort to strengthen and improve student success, the Academic Advising Center utilizes EAB's Navigate, an early alert and retention program.

This early alert warning tool allows faculty to identify students who are having difficulties meeting academic standards and refer them to their academic advisor for support and to aid in the student's success. Faculty may also provide positive feedback for a student's academic performance.

Once a student is referred, academic advisors follow up with targeted outreach and relevant interventions. Identifying at-risk students early enough to make a difference is critical to student success.

Early Alert areas

excessive absences
low exam grades
in danger of failing
positive feedback, etc

Navigate provides a quick and easy way to assist students early enough in the semester to make a difference. While nothing substitutes direct discussions between students and instructors concerning their academic performance (e.g. after class or during office hours), Navigate is a valuable resource in the event additional academic assistance is needed.

Probationary Students

Students placed on academic probation are monitored throughout the semester by academic advising and placed on a Plan for Academic Students Success (PASS). Students on probation are expected to attend regular advising sessions during the semester and to develop their PASS. Academic Advisors can connect students on probation with the appropriate learning support services on campus and additional resources for managing their plan for success.

Please review the Academic Probation and Suspension Policy in this catalog for additional information.