Faculty Mentors
Faculty mentors are full time members of academic departments who have been at the university at least a full year and have been trained by the Academic Advising team on advising Augsburg students. Faculty mentors usually work with 20–25 mentees majoring in the department. In addition to advising within the major, faculty mentors are trained to advise on General Education requirements to ensure a balanced schedule. Students who are double majoring will have a faculty mentor in each department they are majoring in. Students are encouraged to check in with their faculty mentor(s) each semester to make sure they are staying on track within their major(s).
FAQs
Where can I find out who my Academic Advisor and/or Faculty Mentor(s) is?
You can view your Academic Advisor and Faculty Mentor(s) in two locations:
- Inside Augsburg → Records, Registration and Finances → right side of the “Dashboard” page under “Student Info”
- Navigate → under “My Success Team”
How often do I need to meet with my Academic Advisor or Faculty Mentor(s)?
Students are required to check in with their Academic Advisors (first-year students & undecided majors) or Faculty Mentor (sophomores, juniors and seniors) at least once a semester. Each semester, all students will have a hold on their account that will prevent registration until they meet with their Academic Advisor (first-year students & undecided majors) or Faculty Mentor (sophomores, juniors and seniors).
How do I schedule an appointment with my Academic Advisor and/or Faculty Mentor(s)?
Visit Navigate and follow the steps to schedule an appointment with the appropriate person/department.
What are some ways my Academic Advisor and/or Faculty Mentor can support me?
- Academic planning (graduation advising, long term planning, registration planning)
- Connecting with resources on campus (academic skills, tutoring, counseling, etc)
- Navigating university policies and procedures
Do I need a faculty mentor for a minor?
No, students can work with the Department Chair for any questions regarding minors.
How do I switch my faculty mentor?
If you would like to request a different faculty mentor within the department, you can fill out the Change of Mentor form or email advising@augsburg.edu with your new faculty mentor copied on the message.