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Advising FAQs
Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Advising Resource
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
For more information, please contact Jenny Tran, Director of Student Programs at 515-271-3018.
Q. What is the role of my Faculty Mentor (Advisor)?
A. Your advisor/faculty member can assist you in a number of ways to help you be successful as a student at Drake and in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, including the following:
- Help you adapt to the college environment
- Assist in the development of your educational plan by providing input and feedback
- Encourage discussions about the appropriateness of your chosen career track and the career options within that profession
- Assist you in identifying opportunities for professional skill development
- Make appropriate referrals to the Academic and Student Services Office when academic or personal difficulties arise
Q. What is the role of the Office of Academic and Student Affairs administrators and staff?
A. While ultimate responsibility of the completion of progression and degree requirements belongs to each individual student, the Office of Academic and Student Affairs is available to assist with the following:
- Answer questions regarding registration, credit completion, program requirements, Drake Curriculum, course transfer process, and study abroad opportunities
- Serve as a resource for the combined degree programs
- Coordinate and communicate opportunities for internship, study abroad, research, and post-graduate study
- Approve educational plan waivers and transfer credit requests
- Update degree audits with regard to substitutions, waivers, and transfer courses
To schedule an appointment with the Office, call 271-3018.
Q. I’m having difficulty in my classes, where can I go for help?
A. If you are having difficulty in your class, your first point of contact should always be your professor. Every professor has posted office hours they are available to meet with students. If their office hours conflict with your schedule, you should contact them to set up a meeting. Prior to your appointment prepare questions and talking points to discuss with your professor to maximize your meeting time. In addition to your professors, there are a variety of resources available to help you such as lab instructors, supplemental instruction, math lab, econ lab, etc. To learn more about your academic resources contact the College Office at 515-271-3018 and set up a meeting with Jenny Tran, Director of Student Programs.
Q. How do I plan to Study Abroad?
A. The key to studying abroad is planning ahead. If you are thinking about studying abroad you should arrange a meeting with the study abroad office. This will allow you to explore what options are available to you. More information about study abroad can be found at http://www.drake.edu/international/study-abroad/. Once you have learned about your options you should contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at 515-271-3018 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chesnut.*We recommended that pre-pharmacy students study abroad during either the fall or spring term of the second year of the pre-pharmacy program.
Q. When should I check my degree audit?
A.
1. When preparing for registration
2. After you have registered to make sure classes are counting for the correct area/group
3. Any time a change to is made to your schedule (drop/add class, etc.)
4. After grades have been submitted
Q. How do I access my degree audit?
A.
1. Log into blueView (www.drake.edu/blueview)
2. Click on the myDUSIS folder
3. Click on Student Services and Financial Aid
4. Click on Student Records
5. Click on Degree Audit
6. Select term and click Submit
7. Verify Curriculum Information is correct. Scroll to the bottom of page. Click Generate New Audit
8. Click in the circle next to the program. Select the term Fall 2002, and click Generate New Request
9. Click in the circle next to Detail Requirements and click Submit
10. Review your audit to determine what you have completed as well as what you still need to complete. The left column lists the requirements of the program; the courses in the right are the courses that you have completed that fulfill those requirements.The audit is split up into GROUPS and AREAS
A. Areas are: FYS, AOI’s, Program Requirements, Electives
B. Groups: Separates out the AOI’s
Q. I would like to take a course at another institution, what should I do?
A. Once you have identified the course you are interested in, you need to complete the Transfer Credit Request form available on the CPHS website under the Forms link. Dr. Chesnut will review your request and approve your course or provide suggestions on alternate courses. Following the completion of your course, you will need to request an official transcript be sent to Drake. Please send your transcript to:Office of Student RecordsDrake University2507 University AveDes Moines, IA 50311.
Q. I transferred in a course and it is not on my degree audit. What should I do?
A. Typically it takes 2-5 weeks for transcripts to be sent and posted to your records in MyDUSIS. Check your degree audit to verify your transfer credits have been applied. If your course has not been posted, contact the Office of Student Records at 515-271-3901. If you have questions regarding your credits and how they are equated, please contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at 515-271-3018.
Q. How do I change my major?
A. The earlier you make the decision to change your major, the more time you will have to ensure you graduate in four years. The Drake Curriculum AOI’s allow for some flexibility in each program’s curriculum. However, each major has its own unique requirements, therefore you will want to research the requirements of your new major. You should set up a meeting with the department of your new major to learn about the requirements and create a curriculum guide for your new program. We also suggest you set up a meeting with your Academic Advisor to discuss your career aspirations, the majors you are considering, etc. Once you have made a decision, you will complete an Intra-University Transfer form, which found in the College Office.
Q. How do I declare a minor?
A. Drake University has established departmental requirements for academic minors. Students who earn academic minors will have theses credentials recorded on their diplomas and on their transcripts. Pharmacy students, based on catalog regulations, should be able to earn a minor in a different discipline without expanding the hours required for graduation. For information regarding minors and the requirements for a minor visit the departmental website or http://www.drake.edu/admission/ugrad/about/majors/. Students interested in pursuing an academic minor should coordinate their coursework with the appropriate departmental chair. Academic minor forms must be completed by the student pursuing the minor and filed with the appropriate College or School for a minor to be added to their transcript.
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