Campus Offices & Resources - Section 4
Center for Academic Advising
Academic Advisement
Albany: Library, Third Floor, 292-1719
I. Undergraduate Academic Advising
At Sage, each student is assigned a faculty advisor from his/her major whose role is to assist students in meeting their academic, career and personal goals. Careful and advance planning will ensure students academic and career needs are met.
The role of faculty advisor is to:
assist in guiding and refining students educational plans to reflect realistic and achievable objectives
help his/her advisee understand College policies
encourage use of campus/support services
provide students with opportunities that will strengthen their educational objectives
present information about related career fields
II. Top 10 Questions You Should Ask Your Advisor
1. I dont understand my academic evaluation; can you help me? Why are courses required that have nothing to do with my major?
2. I am having a difficult time in this one course; where can I get help? Should I drop the course? What if I need it to graduate?
3. I have written down some courses I think I need to take next year; could you make sure they are what I need?
4. I am thinking about changing my major; who should I talk to?
5. My mid-term or six-week grades are sort of low; how serious is this?
6. What are the important skills and abilities I need to be in this major? Career?
7. I will be pursuing another degree after I finish my current Sage degree. Will the courses I am taking now be helpful?
8. What type of work experiences or activities on campus do you recommend I pursue?
9. Can you explain these different categories/electives: humanities, social science, math/science, cross-cultural? Why do I need liberal arts courses?
10. How did you get into this field? Can you tell me more about your background?
III. Student Responsibilities
1. Learn college policies and degree program requirements as outlined in the College Catalog and the Student Handbook at www.sage.edu.
2. Use your faculty advisor and SageAdvisor as an academic planning resource person; Discuss with your faculty advisor academic goals, plans and progress.
3. Keep personal academic records, review information in preparation for meeting with your faculty advisor.
4. Ensure that all degree program requirements, academic competencies, and necessary paperwork are completed.
5. Make your academic advising a priority; consult regularly with your faculty advisor and make note of important academic timelines.
Albany: Library, Third Floor, 292-1793
At Sage, students are invited to begin their professional planning from the moment they arrive on campus. Career Specialists help students to formulate a coherent educational/professional plan which combines academic and career goals emphasizing experiential learning. Comprehensive career planning services are offered in flexible day and evening hours and are available on both the Albany and Troy campuses to all students.
Services include:
Career counseling and assessment utilizing traditional and computer-based guidance programs
Assistance with job search techniques (i.e., resume writing and interviewing skills)
Job search education including resume and cover letter writing, networking, and interviewing skills
Assistance in locating internships, job shadowing, volunteering and community service, and summer job placement
Graduate school assistance
A career resource library containing current employment and labor trend information, full- and part-time job openings and use of the internet for occupational exploration and continuing education.
Visit the Career Planning Center today to get the assistance you need to pursue a career you will love.
Albany: Wellness Center, Kahl Campus Center, Lower Level, 292-1917
The Wellness Centers provide information and assistance to students in improving all aspects of their personal wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, and occupational. Resource materials are available in the Wellness Center waiting rooms on a wide range of emotional, physical and mental health issues.
Health and Counseling Services assist students in reaching an optimal level of health and wellness by providing preventive, psychological and supportive services. Department personnel provide direct service and treatment to students and implement health and wellness promotion projects that empower students to increase their sense of well-being, satisfaction and self-esteem.
Workshops/Support Groups
Wellness staff offers a wide range of support and skill-building groups each year depending on student interest. Eating disorders and recovery support groups, assertiveness training workshops, smoking cessation groups and stress and relaxation hour are some of the workshops available. Contact the Albany Wellness Center if you are interested in being part of a workshop.
Nutritional Consultation
This service is provided by a graduate assistant in the Wellness Center who meets individually with students to offer counseling and education about healthy eating and nutrition.
Counseling Services
Albany: Wellness Center, Kahl Campus Center, Lower Level, 292-1917
Confidential, individual professional counseling is available regarding a wide range of personal issues and concerns. On both campuses, professionals provide counseling by appointment and through support groups. Consultation and referrals to off-campus professionals and agencies are also provided. The Albany Wellness Center provides services to full-time SCA students. Other students seeking counseling can receive it for a $10 per visit fee. To schedule an appointment or get more information on services or support groups, call one of the offices.
Health Services
Albany: Wellness Center, Kahl Campus Center, Lower Level, 292-1917
Complete and current (within the last 12 months) medical histories and physicals are required of all full-time students.
Health services include a wide range of acute and preventive health care for both men and women. The services are available to all full-time SCA students. Other students seeking health care can utilize the Albany office for a $10 per visit fee.
Immunization Requirements
Students born after December 31, 1956 must comply with New York State immunization requirements as a condition of enrollment. Forms and details are provided along with admission materials to new students, and are also available from health services. Immunization services are available to all Sage students with applicable fees.
Health Insurance
All full-time SCA students must provide documentation of health insurance or purchase health insurance at Student Services. See the Student Services section for complete details. SCA students can utilize the Wellness Centers regardless of what type of health insurance they have.