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Student advising

Planning and flexibility are key to success. New political science majors should schedule an advising appointment with a department advisor. A packet of information for new majors is available at the , Room 221.

Advisors help students plan their curriculum and provide information on courses and department opportunities. All incoming freshmen and sophomores should meet with an undergraduate advisor for initial advisement.

Advisors in the College of Liberal Arts

There are two types of academic advisors in the College of Liberal Arts: College Advisors and Faculty Advisors. Both types of advisors can assist you with your academic progress in different ways and you are able to meet with both types of advisors.

Undergraduate advising

International Affairs advising with Dr. Martin, Spring 2025

Susanne Martin, Ph.D. advises International Affairs students.

Office location: , Room 205

In-person advising: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

  • Appointments are recommended – book via ; drop-ins may be available.
  • Email Dr. Martin at susannemartin@unr.edu if unable to schedule through Navigate.

Zoom appointments: Email susannemartin@unr.edu to schedule.

Advising by email: Send an email with “International Affairs Advising” in the subject line.

Political Science advising with Dr. Griffin, Spring 2025

Jeffrey A. Griffin, Ph.D. advises political science students.

Office location: , Room 211

Monday advising: 9–10 a.m. (Zoom, phone, or email only)

  • Appointments must be booked in advance through .

Tuesday and Thursday advising: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.

  • In-person, Zoom, phone, or email (in-person begins January 27).
  • Appointments may be booked through Navigate for priority; drop-ins may be available.

Advising by email: Submit requests through Navigate by selecting “Advised by email.” Quick questions can be sent to jeffreygriffin@unr.edu; complex inquiries may require an appointment.

Graduate student advising

Jeremy Gelman, Associate Professor & Director of Graduate Studies

By appointment only.