Advising Services

Find Your Advisor (Academic Success Counselor)

As a WSSU student, you can quickly determine who your Professional Academic Advisor and Student Success Coach  (PAASSC) is by using either the student Navigate app or through Banner RAMS online under "Who Is My Advisor."  In addition, you can view a list of all PAAASSC advisors - categorized by major below.

Considering courses through an external learning platform? The Transferability of External Courses page will help you determine whether your intended courses will transfer.  

Transfer & Adult Student Services - Winston-Salem State University

For further questions about Advising Services, please contact:

Imani K. Hill, Ed.M
Director of Advising and Retention
University College
Winston-Salem State University
Hill Hall 230
(336) 750-2624
hillik@wssu.edu

Your Academic Success

Winston-Salem State University takes a student-centered approach when it comes to assisting students with reaching their academic potential by assigning each of them to an Professional Academic Advisor and Student Success Coaches (PAAASSC).  The PAAASSC becomes the student's first point of contact regarding all academic advising issues upon entering the university.  The PAAASSC is able to provide advice on choosing coursework and curriculum, which includes guiding each student through the timely completion of the General Education curriculum requirements of the university.

The mission of Advising Services is to advocate for, support, and empower students to persist and progress toward graduation through efficient, holistic, and appreciative advising.  By creating an equitable environment for our diverse student population, we will promote the benefits and value of a liberal arts education, foster student development and success, and stimulate academic and career exploration.  It is also our mission to collaborate with campus partners to ensure continuity of service and provide an excellent educational experience for our students.

Advising Services at Winston-Salem State University, located in Hill Hall – University College, are available to students who have earned fewer than 40 credits.

Each student is responsible for managing their own class schedule, including adding, dropping, or withdrawing from courses within published deadlines. While advisors and departments are available to assist, the student bears responsibility for ensuring that all course selections apply toward their declared program of study and meet prerequisite and sequencing requirements.

Settle in to your new collegiate environment and prepare for your first college courses along your academic journey.

Congratulations on making it to your second year! Now is the time to develop and refine your academic goals while preparing to transition to your chosen major.

If you have earned more than 40 credit hours, please visit your college’s website using the links below to contact your academic department for advising assistance.