Advising
The College of Communication Arts and Sciences Academic and Student Affairs Office is composed of student-centered professionals who strive to help, listen to, challenge and empower undergraduate students in ComArtSci to experience a diverse education and positive experience at Michigan State University.
Make an Appointment
Academic advising is available by appointment only, with Express Advising offered each Wednesday during fall and spring semesters using our Student Success Dashboard appointment system.
ComArtSci advisors post appointments one week at a time. Appointments are posted every Monday between 2 - 3p.m. for the following week using our Student Success Dashboard appointment system.
Schedule an Appointment
Scheduling an academic advising appointment with ComArtSci takes a few steps. Follow along on the next page to make your appointment.
Cancel an Appointment
Need to cancel your academic advising appointment with ComArtSci? No problem. Follow the steps on the next page to cancel your appointment.
Express Advising is offered on Wednesdays from 8:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:00-4:00 p.m. during fall and spring semesters only. Sign up is in room 189 during the allotted hours.
Express Advising is designed to facilitate quick questions, not lengthy conversations. Students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis and are chosen based on the major or minor they want to discuss.
Consult with the Career Center if you need help with resumes or cover letters, understanding what you can do with your major or getting started with your internship or full-time job search.
Connect with Us and Learn More
Summer Hours
We are available to meet by appointment only during the summer. To schedule an appointment, please send us an email or search for an available appointment in Handshake.
Drop in hours resume in the fall. Check back for our updated schedule in August!
Schedule an Appointment with a Career Consultant
- Visit Handshake.
- Log in using your MSU Net ID and password.
- Select "Appointment" on the right navigation bar.
- Follow directions to search for and schedule an appointment
Get Answers in Your Email
Karin Hanson, Director
Employer Relations and Professional Transitions
hanson39@msu.edu
Major Change
Freshman and Sophomores (students with 55 cr. or less)
If you are seeking a major change to a major within the College of Communication Arts and Science and are a freshman or sophomore, please visit https://goo.gl/forms/lY4EMeYLfVQ4dF2A2 to change your major. It is highly recommended that you also schedule an appointment with a ComArtSci advisor to discuss your new major.
If you are seeking a major change to something other than College of Communication Arts and Sciences majors, please visit the website of that college to learn more about the process. If you wish to change your major to Exploratory Preference, or if you wish to discuss major options, please visit a Neighborhood Engagement Center for guidance.
Juniors and Seniors (students with 56+ cr.)
If you are seeking a major change to a major within the College of Communication Arts and Science and are a junior or senior, you are required to meet with a ComArtSci advisor before changing your major.
If you are seeking a major change to something other than College of Communication Arts and Sciences majors, please visit the website of that college to learn more about the process. If you wish to change your major to Exploratory Preference, or if you wish to discuss major options, please visit a Neighborhood Engagement Center for guidance.
Get in Touch with Your Academic Advisor
By Major
Advertising + Public RelationsLauren Gaines McKenzie, Alicia Birdsong Daune Rensing Liz Kubias |
CommunicationDaune Rensing, Lead Advisor Jennifer New |
Media and InformationLaDonna Croffe, Julie Hagopian |
JournalismJulie Hagopian, Lead Advisor
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By Minor
Advertising Analytics MinorLauren Gaines McKenzie |
Animation and Comics Storytelling MinorJulie Hagopian, |
Broadcast Journalism MinorJulie Hagopian, Lead Advisor |
Communicative Sciences and Disorders MinorAlicia Birdsong Jennifer New |
Documentary Production MinorLaDonna Croffe |
Entrepreneurship and Innovation MinorAlicia Birdsong |
Fiction Filmmaking MinorLaDonna Croffe |
Game Design and Development MinorLaDonna Croffe |
Information and Communication Technology for DevelopmentLaDonna Croffe |
Information Technology MinorLaDonna Croffe |
Public Relations MinorLauren Gaines McKenzie |
Sales Leadership MinorDaune Rensing, Lead Advisor |
Sports Journalism MinorJulie Hagopian, Lead Advisor |
Additional Areas of Interest
Career ServicesKarin Hanson Randi Martinez |
Study AbroadJennifer New |
Director of Academic and Student AffairsKari Schueller Lopez |
Director's SecretaryJoyce Crandell |
Our Location
Our Location
OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS
Communication Arts and Sciences Building
Michigan State University
404 Wilson Road, Room 189
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-1794