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As concerns regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continue, the CALS community is prepared to serve our students in online and in-person capacities following appropriate guidelines. In-person services and support have resumed. We are here to support you and will do our best to answer questions or address concerns. Please continue to check your advisor’s calendar for their appointment or drop-in availability, if needed, and make sure to check your University of Arizona e-mail. Academic advisors will offer virtual, phone and in-person appointments, plus virtual and in-person drop-in advising. Questions may be directed to advising@cals.arizona.edu or you may call us at 520-621-3616.

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Academic advisors help you access services, provide academic advice, and support your goals. You’ll likely have at least two academic advisors: one for your major and a general college advisor. Your major advisor guides you through your declared program of study, including course selection. A general Career & Academic Services college advisor provides broad support including helping undecided students select a major, processing forms, interpreting policies, assisting with course schedules, and offering career preparation services.

We recommend that you meet with your major advisor at least once a semester to make sure you’re taking the correct courses to meet graduation requirements. Schedule appointments with your major advisor by phone or online through CatCloud.

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Contact a general advisor in Career & Academic Services

General Advisors, Career & Academic Services

General advisors in Career and Academic Services provide general education advising, interpret and enforce policies, process forms and petitions, and represent the dean of the college. A general advisor can answer questions about:

Requesting a change to the general education curriculum
Submitting a late change petition to withdraw from a class
Submitting a general petition for withdrawal due to a medical reason, harassment, discrimination, or other concerns
Registering for a course under the pass/fail option
Returning to the university after disqualification
Extending the time period to complete a course with an incomplete grade
Taking a leave of absence
Transferring credit from another institution
Increasing your unit maximum for registration
Obtaining the dean’s signature or permission
Referrals to appropriate academic and campus resources
How to make the most of academic advising

Nancy Rodriguez Lorta

Forbes Building 203
nancyr@arizona.edu, 520-621-3616

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Serena Valle
Forbes Building 203
ssvalle@arizona.edu, 520-621-3616

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Arianna Buchanan
Forbes Building 203
ab834@arizona.edu, 520-621-3616

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Reed Battles
Forbes Building 203
reedbattles@arizona.edu, 520-621-3616

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Call 520-621-3616 or email advising@cals.arizona.edu to schedule an appointment or ask about drop-in hours to meet with a general advisor in Career & Academic Services.

Drop-in hours are available throughout the week. You may also connect with a team member for triage support by selecting the Help Center link Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm. (Arizona time) through CatCloud.

For assistance call 520-621-3616 or email advising@cals.arizona.edu.

Major Advisors

Your major advisor guides you through decisions about your coursework, including selection and scheduling; helps you find internship and research opportunities, and evaluates your progress to make sure you’re meeting graduation requirements. Get tips and tools to make the most of academic advising.

Agribusiness Economics & Management

Danielle Buhrow.jpg Danielle Buhrow
McClelland Park 308A
danielleb@arizona.edu, 520-621-2421

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Agricultural Technology Management & Education

Breanna Watkins.jpg Breanna Watkins
Saguaro Hall 206A
brej12@arizona.edu, 520-621-5089

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Applied Biotechnology

Daniel Jimenez
Forbes Building 319
jimenez@arizona.edu, 520-621-3616

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Animal Sciences

J. Christina Garcia - Animal Industry, Equine, Science, Pre-Professional and Race Track Industry Emphasis
Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences Building, Suite 220
jcb3@arizona.edu, 520-626-3526

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Biosystems Analytics & Technology

Dava Jondall
Shantz Building 403
davaj@arizona.edu, 520-621-1753

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Biosystems Engineering

Dava Jondall
Shantz Building 403
davaj@arizona.edu, 520-621-1753

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Environmental Science

Kathleen Landeen
Shantz Building 428
klandeen@arizona.edu, 520-621-1606

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Santiago Tso - Arizona Online students only
Saguaro Hall 131
tso@arizona.edu, 520-621-8513

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Environmental & Water Resources Economics

Danielle Buhrow
McClelland Park 308A
danielleb@arizona.edu, 520-621-2421

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Human Development & Family Science

Elizabeth Collins
McClelland Park 203F
eamartin@arizona.edu, 520-621-0835

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Sarah Kleinfeld (first and second year students)
McClelland Park 203D
skleinfeld@arizona.edu, 520-621-9644

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Fashion Industry Science & Technology

Tiffany Ortega
McClelland Park 203
tortega@arizona.edu, 520-621-7138

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Sarah Kleinfeld (first and second year students)
McClelland Park 203D
skleinfeld@arizona.edu, 520-621-9644

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Food Safety

Dari Salvo
Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences Building, Suite 220
kdtrujil@arizona.edu, 520-621-3058

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Microbiology

Advisor Micah Parrish Micah Parrish
Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences Building, Suite 220
micahparrish@arizona.edu, 520-626-3807

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Natural Resources

Katie Hughes - Career/internship advising & students near graduation
Environment & Natural Resources 2 (ENR2) N321
khughes@arizona.edu, 520-621-7260