Academic Advising
Guidance from Experts in our Field
The Department of Animal Science at Iowa State takes great pride in being one of the only major universities to continue to have faculty academic advisors. What does this mean for you as a student? Instead of having advisors that have never worked in the field and do not know class content, we have those actually teaching the courses providing guidance for your future career. This provides you with an expert in your field, with experience in your field, to ensure you make the class choices that fit your interests! Maybe you would like to switch your major or add a minor? They can help you with that too! Our advisors will make sure you meet all the requirements to graduate with a major in a field you enjoy.
Changing Your Animal Science Advisor
If you would like to request an advisor change, please email ansappointment@iastate.edu
Include the following information: Subject Line: "Advisor Change" Body: List your current academic advisor and list three choices for your new academic advisor**
**Each academic advisor has a limit on the number of advisees he/she can accept. If your first choice is unavailable, we will move on to your second choice. If your second choice is unavailable we will move on to your third choice. You will be notified when a new advisor is assigned or if all three of your selections are no longer accepting new advisees.
Academic Resources
How to Register
Tutors and Supplemental Instruction
Struggling with a class or multiple classes? There are SEVERAL resources available to you on campus. The Academic Success Center can help you with Supplemental Instruction sections, they can help find a tutor, and they can help you hone your study skills. (515) 294-6624
Disability Issues
To document ANY disability that affects quality of life and academic performance, call the Student Accessibility Services Office. (515) 294-7220
Student Accessibility Services
Academic Grievances
Concerns about academic matters are most appropriately resolved with the instructor or the Department Chair. Any student that feels they have been treated unfairly may file an Appeal of Academic Grievances.
Withdrawing From ISU
If you are struggling with all your classes, or need to withdraw from Iowa State for any reason, this site offers advice and information on procedures.
Missing Classes During Emergencies
When students are absent due to a crisis situation or unexpected illness and unable to contact their individual instructors directly, the Dean of Students Office can send out an Emergency Notification. (515) 294-1020
Missing Classes During Emergencies
Jury Duty
If you are called to jury duty, consult with this site.
Study Abroad
The Ag Study Abroad Office is here to make your education a global one! (515) 294-5393
Study Exchange (Domestic)
National Student Exchange (NSE) has offered students a domestic alternative to study abroad. (515) 294-6479
Dropping Classes
If you are struggling in a class and wish to drop it, instructions provided.
Tutorial on adding/dropping classes using schedule change form
Can't Find What You're Looking For?
For other questions, please visit our advising office in 123 Kildee Hall or schedule a meeting with your advisor.