student advising

What is Student Advising?

Advising links students to academic life which will help to understand the academic environment of Oglala Lakota College and will support students individually as they proceed through college. Student advising will assist students through the following:

To assist students clarify individual interests, values, career goals, and the challenges of life a student may encounter
To assist in developing a suitable educational plan and program of study
To assist students in selecting appropriate courses and other educational opportunities that may translate to individual interests within the program of study
To assist students in reviewing and evaluating their progress toward their established educational goals and completion of requirements within individual programs of study to meet degree requirements
To assist students by developing awareness and understanding that decision-making in the advising process and life is based on a system of shared responsibility
To encourage students to utilize college services and resources
To clarify and improve the student’s knowledge of career options and potential for career change in the workplace
To address individualized academic advising needs of a diverse student population