Wherever you are in your CPAE undergraduate journey, we are here to help
Whether you’re considering applying to the College of Public Affairs and Education, have just been admitted and need to create an academic plan, or want to explore minors, additional programs, or change your major, our advisors can help. You can schedule an appointment with us year-round, and we offer walk-in hours during the fall and spring semesters to help guide your academic plan and decisions.
New Students — Please Note: New students with fewer than 30 credit hours will be advised by freshmen advisors located in the Center for Academic Success and Advising. We work closely with the freshman advisors and also welcome the opportunity to help our new students. So feel free to reach out to us first!
Meet Your Program Student Advisors
School of Politics & International Affairs
Department of Legal Studies
217-206-6561
Office: PAC 309
School of Communication and Media
Public and Nonprofit Administration undergraduates
217-206-8520
Office: PAC 306
Middle Education, Secondary Education, Masters of Education
217-206-7577
Elementary Education
School of Public Management and Policy Graduate Program
217-206-7934
Office: PAC 318
Academic Advising Services
We can assist you with your academic planning through scheduled in-person or remote (i.e. phone or Zoom) appointments and our walk-in advising hours. Some reasons to visit with us include:
- You have questions about scheduling courses
- You want to add a CPAE minor to your degree plan
- You are experiencing academic difficulty
- You want to explore your internship options
- You are thinking about studying abroad
- You are thinking about changing your major
- You need help navigating or connecting with other University resources and departments
Prospective Student Appointments
We welcome the opportunity to speak with prospective students about our college and how we might help them take the next step in their journey toward a difference-making career. Prospective students can utilize the following form to request an appointment or email us directly.
Office Hours
9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday