Welcome to the College of Science and Mathematics Advising!
Whether you are just starting out or nearing the end of your program, we can provide you with valuable insights and advice to help you achieve your academic goals. We can assist you in choosing courses, exploring different majors or fields of study, creating a plan of action, and overcoming any challenges you may face. Our goal is to help you make the most of your academic experience and ensure that you are well-prepared for your future endeavors. We are here to support and guide you throughout your academic journey. So, let's work together to create a path that leads to your academic success!
Find your Advisor
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Last name A-L
Tykia Harris, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name M-Z - Biochemistry
Elizabeth "Anne" Chaplin, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name M-Z - Chemistry
Jessica Emanuel, Academic Advisor
Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Biology
Last name A
Tykia Harris, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name B
Madison Tigert, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name C-D
Michael Robinson, Senior Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name E
Jessica Emanuel, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name F
Elizabeth "Anne" Chaplin
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name G
Tiffanie Ruth, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name Ha-Hd
Michael Robinson, Senior Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name He-Hz
Tykia Harris, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name I
Madison Tigert, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name J
David Marsh, Senior Academic Advisor, Transfer Specialist
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name K-Mh
Tiffanie Ruth, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name Mi-Q
Elizabeth "Anne" Chaplin
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name R-S
Madison Tigert, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Last name T-Z
Jessica Emanuel, Academic Advisor
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Mathematics and Physics
Environmental Science
Pre-Health Advising
Tabitha Robinson, Senior Academic Advisor for Pre-Health
Location: Kennesaw Campus, Science Building, Room 204
Appointments
Meet with an Advisor
The CSM Advising Team offers advising for the following majors:
B.S. Biology, B.S. Environmental Science, B.S. Biochemistry, B.S. Chemistry, B.S. Mathematics, and B.S. Physics
We offer two types of meetings with virtual and in-person availability:
Drop-In Appointments
Students can drop-in to see the Academic Advisor that is on duty to ask quick questions. These meetings are usually no more than 15 minutes long and can be subject to a wait time.
In-Person Drop-Ins:
Follow these instructions to join the waiting list for a virtual drop-in:
1. Login to Microsoft Teams
2. Add yourself to the CSM Advising Virtual Drop-Ins Team
3. Sign-In to See an Advisor
4. How Will the Advisor Start My Meeting?
If you need any support with getting to the Team, please email csmadvising@kennesaw.edu.
Careers and Development
The College of Science and Mathematics has a dedicated Career & development Advisor, Lauren Weldon. Lauren is ready to answer your questions about anything career-related and looks forward to meeting you. Appointments with the CSM Advisor can also be scheduled online in Handshake. Click on "Career Center" in the top right, and then click "Appointments" on the next page.
Handshake log-inQuestions? Ready to make an appointment? To schedule an appointment, or to get connected with your Career and Internship Advisor: call 470-578-6555. For more information about Career Planning and Development, visit the KSU Career Plan website.
Kennesaw Campus
Science Building, Building #370
Room #204, 2nd Floor
Kennesaw Campus map (PDF)
PHONE: (470) 578-5113
EMAIL: csmadvising@kennesaw.edu
Marietta Campus Advising
David Marsh and Tiffanie Ruth are available for scheduled in-person advising appointments on the Marietta campus.
Norton Hall, 324
BOOK AN APPOINTMENTQuick Resources
Registration Overrides
Use the registration override forms listed below to help register for classes, plan your course of study and meet graduation requirements. This page is a dedicated resource for both advisors and students, housing various forms, links, and informational PDF's that can assist in the advising process.
Closed Course Override Policy
We recognize that certain courses are extremely popular in our college. We are constantly
trying to meet demand for our courses. But, this sometimes still means that a class
you wish to take fills up. To best utilize the systems available at KSU (waitlists),
CSM has a "No closed class override" policy. We want all students to have an equal
chance at getting into a class.
Course Substitutions
If you think a transfer credit ("T") could be a substitution for a KSU course, then get your course description and/or a course syllabus from the other school, then email the appropriate advisor, your KSU ID #, major, course request, course syllabus (or course description if only justification available) from the other school. NOTE: Very few STAT courses can be substituted from transfer credit outside of KSU.
New Students
We are looking forward to having you join our CSM community! To best assist new students with their orientation and registration experience, please click below for step by step instructions!
Step 1: Sign up for orientation
Start by signing up! You will register for your classes during your orientation date, so we'd highly encourage choosing the earliest date available to you.
Step 2: Set up an appointment with your academic advisor before orientation
If we know you're going to be completing a major in CSM, we are going to be reaching out to students via orientation rosters before orientation. But, you don't have to wait for us to reach out to you! Please go ahead and schedule an appointment with your advisor!
Step 3: Math is Important
Your starting place for math might change what science courses you have available to you during your first semester at KSU. All majors in CSM require at least up to MATH 1190 Calculus I in the degree requirements.
Your High School information dictates your potential starting place.
MATH 1111 College Algebra: Anyone can start here, but you might be able to start higher!
MATH 1113 Precalculus: You can start here if you have a SAT MATH score of 570 or above
(ACT MATH 23 or above) AND a high school GPA of 2.8 or above
MATH 1190 Calculus I: You can start here if you have a SAT MATH score of 620 or above
(ACT MATH 26 or above) AND a high school GPA of 3.2 or above
Not happy with your Math placement based on HS information? Take ALEKS!
**Please email your academic advisor if you have questions about ALEKS or need to get the ALEKS code**
Step 1: Signeup for orientation
Start by signing up! You will register for your classes during your orientation date, so we'd highly encourage choosing the earliest date available to you.
Step 2: Visit our Transfer Advising page
Visit our transfer advising page for more information on how we work to support transfer students!
We know that the transfer process can be overwhelming, but we want to make it as simple, as possible! Please follow the steps on our Transfer Advising page to help with your initial contacts with CSM Advising.
Pre-Health Advising
Interested in Pre-Health?
To receive important information about Pre-Health, please complete the form below to connect you to the Pre-Health Advisor.
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