Academic Advising Center

~Useful Links~ Academic Advising Center

Advisor Directory: Thunderduck Hall, 180, |972-238-3767|[email protected]
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/services/advising/pages/advising-
directory.aspx Summer/Fall 2019 Registration Dates
Services & Resources:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/services/pages/default.aspx 4/22-Priority registration (for returning students)
Office of Student Life:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/sliferlc/osl/pages/default.aspx 4/29- Regular Registration begins
eConnect:
https://econnect.dcccd.edu/index.jsp Deadline to Register: May & Summer-before actual class starts
Campus Police:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/services/police/pages/default.aspx Fall-8/21(students in GOOD academic standing)

~The Learning Center~ Students below 2.0 gpa-Sum. I & Sum. 10-wks -5/29; Sum. II-6/26

The Learning Center (TLC) provides tutoring for current Richland students Summer 2019 Important Dates
who need help with science, study and interpersonal skills, accounting,
math, reading, and writing. June 6 Summer I Classes Begin (same for 10 week)
June 10 4th day of class (cert day)
Schedules available online
www.richlandcollege.edu/services/academic-support/tutoring June 25 Last Day to Withdraw

Medina Hall, M-216 | 972-238-6226 | [email protected] July 3 Final Exams/Summer I ends

~Career Services~ July 8 Last day for faculty to submit grades

We serve as a resource for credit and non-credit students as well as alumni July 8 Summer II Classes Begin
of Richland College. Students may use the center at their leisure, however, July 11 4th day of class (cert day)
appointments are encouraged for using the Computer Guidance Programs
and for an in-depth consultation. July 30 Last Day to Withdraw

El Paso Hall, E090 | 972-238-6921| [email protected] August 8 Final Exams/Summer II ends
Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs,, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
August 10 Last day for faculty to submit grades

10-week summer session classes have the same start date as Summer I with the
exception of the June 19-12th day of class (cert day) and July 22- last day to

withdraw. Final exam and submitting grades are the as Summer II.

Fall 2019 Important Dates

August 26 Classes Begin

September 9 12th day of class (cert day)

November 14 Last Day to Withdraw*

December 9-12 Final Exams/Fall ends

December 16 Last day for faculty to submit grades

*This withdrawal date applies only to 16-week courses that begin on the first day
of the semester. Classes that begin on different dates may have different
deadlines to withdraw. Students should check "My Class Schedule" in eConnect
to determine the last date to withdraw for each of their classes.

~Our Services~ Campus Map

You may already know that your advisor can help you select A
courses and plan your class schedule. But an advisor can assist you
in other ways, too. He or she can help you:

• Learn how to complete the registration process as a new
or transferring student

• Choose the program of study and degree or certificate
that will best meet your goals

• Select classes that will transfer to the four-year college of
your choice

• Learn about other sources of information and assistance,
such as tutoring services

• Develop time management skills
• Create a plan for raising your GPA if you are on scholastic

probation

~Meeting With an Advisor~

Academic advisors are available to meet with you throughout the
year — not just at registration time. For many students, academic
advising is done on a walk-in basis.

Before Your Advising Appointment
• If you are a new student, you are required to attend and

information session, as well as a Student Engagement
Experience (orientation).
• Read your college catalog. Be familiar with the courses and
requirements for your degree plan.
• Look through the class schedule to get an idea of courses you
might want to take.
• View Guided Pathways to Success:

www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps

~Scholastic Performance and Academic Standings~

Students who do not earn an overall GPA (1) of 2.0 or higher are
placed on Probation One. Students are limited to 2 classes per
semester, 1 class per summer session only. Students have to
maintain a C or better in current classes or will be suspended or
dismissed depending on probation level.

~General Academic Advisors~ ~Helpful Information~

School of World Languages, Cultures & Communication AS or AA degree* & AAS & Certificate Programs

English, English as A Second Language, Foreign Languages, Journalism, - transfer to 4-year college
Student – Students are encouraged to speak with their advisors
Mass Communications, and Speech every semester, to discuss education goals and progress.
File Degree Plan – A Degree Plan must be on file in order to receive
Nicole Vann (Senior/ Athletic Advisor) [email protected] financial aid funding.
Maintain 2.0+ GPA – This is required for financial aid purposes and
Shane Grant ( Athletic Advisor) [email protected] admissions to a 4-year university.
Third attempt rule – The third attempt of a course leads to higher
Allison Ingles [email protected]
tuition.
Ron Taylor [email protected] 150 Hour Rule – Students who exceed 150 credit hours will pay out
of state tuition.
School of Business Math*- Students should speak with an advisor to ensure they are
registered for the correct math course for their degree program.
Accounting, Business, Economics, International Business, Management, Career Services Database – Students should review their emails for
information about scholarships, internships and jobs opportunities.
Hospitality, Exhibition and Event Management PTK Transfer Scholarship – 3.5+ GPA equals, $500 a semester for 6
semesters at most universities.
Laura Thomason (Senior Advisor) [email protected]
~Guided Pathways to Success~
Cheryl Parry (Senior Advisor) [email protected]
State Farm Advisor Communications:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps/pages/arts.aspx
Viktoriya Almazan (Senior Advisor) [email protected] Peace/Human Rights Studies:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps/pages/social-sciences.aspx
100% online Learning Advisor [email protected] Business:
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps/pages/business.aspx
Paulla Sandoval (Senior Advisor) [email protected] Social:
Dallas Promise Liaison https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/dcc/law/crimjustice/pages/guide
d-pathways.aspx
Neal Abramson [email protected] Arts: https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps/pages/arts.aspx
Education:
Maha Alhaideri [email protected] https://www.richlandcollege.edu/cd/gps/pages/education.aspx

Soon Collins [email protected] Based on your interests and goals, your guided pathway is a one-
page document that clearly shows you what courses to take (and
Sheila Ghahremani [email protected] when) to best prepare you for success in college and in your career.

Assefa Muluneh [email protected]

School of Social Science

Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Geography, Government, History,
Psychology, and Sociology

Felicha Stanley (Senior Advisor) [email protected]

Stephen Levine (Senior Advisor) [email protected]

Khadine Sterling [email protected]

School of Humanities, Fine & Performing Arts

Art, Dance, Humanities, Kinesiology, Music, Philosophy,

Photography/Imaging, Religion, Theatre, and Teacher Education

Carol Nguyen (Senior Advisor) [email protected]

Sarah Yang (Senior Advisor) [email protected]

Anna Gjenero [email protected]

Kay Goodrum [email protected]

~University Transfer Students~ ~Degree & Certificates~

Please note that whether you're a transfer, transient or former Accounting AAS, Accounting Assistant Certificate, Accounting
student, the application and transfer process is the same for Clerk Certificate, AAS Business Administration, Human
everyone. You MUST complete your enrollment process with Resources Assistant Certificate, AAS Executive Assistant,
Admissions & Student Records(T170) and request official Administrative Specialist Certificate, Business Office Specialist
transcripts from all colleges and universities you have previously Certificate, Software Application Specialist Certificate, AAS
attended before you can enroll at Richland College, even if you just International Business and Trade, International Business and
want to take one class here. Having your transcripts helps us Trade Certificate
advise you about the classes you qualify to take and the classes Import-Export Certificate, International Business and Trade Skills
that will best help you meet your goals. Achievement Award, AAS Management, Management
Certificate, Supervisor Certificate, AAS Hospitality, Exhibition
Thunderduck Hall, 170 | 972-238-6948 | [email protected] and Event Management, Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism,
Office Hours :Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Certificate in Meetings.
AA Field of Study in Music, AA in Teaching, Early Childhood -
~Specialized Support Services~ Grade 6
AA in Teaching, 4-8 (Generalist), EC-12 Special Education, AA in
~Disability Services~ Teaching Degree-- Leading to Initial Texas Teacher Certification
in Foreign Language, EC-12, AA in Teaching Degree--Leading to
The Disability Services Office at each college offers a variety of Initial Texas Teacher Certification in Mathematics, Grades 8-12
accommodations for students with disabilities or special AA Field of Study in Criminal Justice
requirements. Academic and career advisement services, testing AA Field of Study in Mass Communications - Broadcast
arrangements, registration, and information and referral services Journalism
are available. AA Field of Study in Mass Communications - Journalism
AA Field of Study in Mass Communications -Speech
Thunderduck Hall, 120 | 972-238-6180| [email protected] Communications
Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs,, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. AA with an Emphasis in Peace and Human Rights Studies

~Counseling~ Students seeking degrees in science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics will be referred to the STEM Advising Office WH159.
Feeling stressed out? You're not alone. College can be fun, but it Students seeking degrees in the Health Professions will be referred
can also be very difficult to juggle school, work, family and friends. to the Health Advising Office SH260.
Richland College recognizes that you’re a whole person – not just a
student. Your academic success depends on your personal ~Finish The Race!~
development and emotional health.
El Paso Hall, 082 | 972-238-3771 | [email protected] Created by Richland College’s Degree Audit Team in alignment with
Texas Completes initiative to provide resources to help you:
Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs,, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Complete your degree(s) and/or certificate(s)
• Seamlessly transfer to a university
• Enter the workforce with better opportunities
https://www.richlandcollege.edu/apply-reg/finishrace/pages/default.aspx