Liberal Studies Advisement

The primary mission of the faculty and staff in the Office of Liberal Studies at AASU is to provide academic advisement for students enrolled in the Associate of Arts (AA), Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS), and Master of Arts in Liberal & Professional Studies (MALPS) degree programs.  Put another way, our job is to help you design and implement an individualized plan of study that not only meets all degree requirements but also helps you to satisfy your educational and professional goals.  (See also, Success Strategies.)

What kinds of information do advisors provide?
How do I schedule an appointment with an advisor?
Will I be notified before advance registration?
Can I be advised on registration day?
Can I be advised via e-mail?

What kinds of information do advisors provide?
The first responsibility of Liberal Studies advisors is to help you decide whether or not an AA, a BLS, or a MALPS degree accords with the goals you have set for yourself.   We will encourage you to become familiar with the various programs available at AASU, and--if you are uncertain about your choice of major--we'll direct you to resources that should help you to explore your options.  In addition, advisors provide information on all matters related to completion of an AA or a BGS degree:
AA and BGS degree program requirements for undergraduates
MALPS degree program requirements for graduate students
course prerequisites
evaluation of transfer credit
procedures for requesting course substitutions
registration procedures on SHIP
available areas of concentration (for the BLS) or tracks (for MALPS)
independent study options (undergraduate only)
credit by examination (undergraduate only)
exit exams or comprehensive projects and other graduation requirements.


How do I schedule an appointment with an advisor?
Simply call (912) 344 2613 or stop by the office (Solms Hall 211) to schedule an advisement session.  Although most meetings are scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, we can make arrangements to meet later in the evening or even, if you prefer, on a Sunday evening.  Simply give us a call to set a convenient time.  To make sure that we're available to give you the attention you need, we do ask that you schedule an appointment--at least a day or two ahead of time.  Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Liberal Studies students enrolled at the Liberty Center may schedule an appointment in Hinesville by calling one of the degree program assistants listed here.  BLS majors enrolled at the Brunswick Center may schedule an appointment locally by calling (912) 264 7227.


Will I be notified before advance registration?
Yes, if you're enrolled in the AA or BGS degree program.  In the fall and spring semesters, about a week or so before the start of advance advisement/registration, we'll send you a letter inviting  you to set up an appointment.  (You can do so either by phone or by signing up on the sheet posted outside our offices.)   To avoid the discomfort of long lines on registration day, we strongly encourage you to take advantage of early advisement each term.  And to make sure that our letter reaches you, please check that we have your current address on file.)  Although MALPS students are not required to meet with an advisor before registration, we will send you an e-mail reminder when a registration period approaches.  


Can I be advised on registration day?
Yes--simply by visiting the office.  On registration day, we meet with students on a first-come, first-served basis.


Can I be advised via e-mail?
In certain circumstances--particularly if you are a MALPS student or an experienced BLS student and live at a great distance from the campus--we can provide advisement by way of e-mail.   (Address your message to either peggy.williams@armstrong.edu or richard.nordquist@armstrong.edu.)  However, first time visitors to Liberal Studies should always plan on scheduling an appointment to meet with an advisor in person. 


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