Academic Advisement
The advisement system at the College of Agricultural Sciences is a unique and student-oriented system. The system has proven effective in enhancing student retention and fostering positive faculty-student relationships throughout a student's educational experience.
Admitted students should contact the College of Agricultural Sciences Student Services Office at 618-453-3080, or stop by the Agriculture Building Room 117, to schedule an Advisement Appointment with, Kathy Elson, Heather Pulley or Valerie Brooks Wallin (see list below for each advisor’s specialty areas). Your Academic Advisor will discuss your educational goals and help you select classes towards your major of interest. Our goal is to keep students on the right track to obtaining a degree in a timely manner!
Kathy Elson, Academic Advisor
kelson@siu.edu
Crop, Soil and Environmental Management
Agricultural Systems and Education - Agricultural Systems Technology Management Specialization
Agricultural Systems and Education - Agricultural Production Management Specialization
Horticulture
Forestry
Heather Pulley, Academic Advisor
heather.pulley@siu.edu
Animal Science
Agribusiness Economics
Agricultural Systems and Education - Agricultural Education Specialization
Agricultural Systems and Education - Agricultural Communications Specialization
Agricultural System and Education - Food Process Engineering Technology
Valerie Brooks Wallin, Academic Advisor
vlbrooks@siu.edu
Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Hospitality Tourism Administration
Students may also meet with a Coordinating Counselor and/or Faculty Mentor to assist the student throughout their educational endeavors at the College of Agricultural Sciences. From summer internship options, to research opportunities and career advice, many students find this faculty-student relationship invaluable. Graduating students often call on their Faculty Mentors for job recommendations and professional advice.