The College of Arts & Sciences recognizes the value of and importance of quality academic advising for undergraduate students. To ensure a timely graduation, students in the College of Arts & Sciences meet regularly with a professional academic advisor. The advisor helps students identify academic goals, understand curriculum, select appropriate courses, utilize campus resources and explore co-curricular opportunities. In addition to the academic advisor, students are encouraged to identify faculty mentors during their undergraduate career.
Entering UK Students
New freshmen and transfer students are required to participate in a UK Advising Conference before their first semester at UK. Students will learn about various UK opportunities, campus resources, meet with an academic advisor and register for classes at their Advising Conference. Students are welcome contact the IS advisor prior to attending the conference to address any questions or concerns.
For more information about the UK Advising Conference, please contact that office directly. Details about the Advising Conference will be sent to all admitted students.
Freshmen
Students with fewer than 30 earned credit hours meet with an advisor in the A&S Advising Center, 257 Patterson Office Tower. Freshman advisors are experienced in helping students transition from high school to university and can help students explore opportunities at UK. If you have earned fewer than 30 credit hours, click here to find your advisor.
Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
Students with 30 or more earned credit hours will meet with an advisor dedicated to International Studies majors. The IS advisor helps students narrow their academic focus, begin career planning, and explore education abroad, internships and volunteer opportunities. Prospective students interested in the IS major should contact the IS advisor for more information.
Students interested in the Indian Culture, Islamic Studies, Japan Studies or Latin American Studies programs should consult the program director for more information.
Abby Hollander
1119 Patterson Office Tower
(859) 257-2766
a.hollander@uky.edu
I became an academic advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences at UK in December 2004 after earning a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education – French and a master’s degree in Higher Education from The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). I grew up near St. Louis, Mo., and after high school decided it was time to spread my wings and try something new. Initially my transition to college so far from home was quite rocky, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
One of the things I love best about advising language and international studies majors is the fantastic conversations I have with students every day. Of course we talk about which classes to take and how to navigate the university system, but the fun stuff is talking about travel and study abroad; internships and career possibilities; how to make a difference in the lives of others; and figuring out how to tap into their passions. Every day I try to help students find a way to realize their own personal goals. What could be better?
Walk-in Advising Services
Every weekday from 8:00 -4:30 an A&S professional advisor is available to answer general questions in the A&S Advising Center, 257 Patterson Office Tower. The walk-in advisor can address questions about APEX, changing majors, filing academic paperwork and other academic concerns. The walk-in advisor is NOT able to lift advising holds during priority registration.