First-Time Freshmen
First-time freshmen students are assigned a core advisor for the first semester. This person is specially selected and trained to help the new student make the adjustment to university life. This advisor generally visits with the student prior to the fall term and helps schedule classes. In addition, the advisor serves as instructor for a one-credit course called IDS101 Freshman Seminar.
Before the end of the first semester, first-time freshmen are assigned an academic advisor in the department in which they plan to complete a major.