Academic advising is a partnership that empowers students to take charge of their education. We work with our Monarchs to turn questions into plans, plans into goals, and goals into achievements. Through personalized support and guidance, advising builds the confidence and clarity students need to thrive, fueling academic success, career readiness, and lifelong growth.
Returning Students
Please set a time to meet with your assigned advisor using the Monarch Advising Portal. If you have questions about your advising assignment, email IDSchoolsAdvising@odu.edu.
New Undergraduate Students
Complete the following form to be connected with your advisor: ID-Schools Advising and Registration Session!
Transfer students with completed degrees may also contact Mrs. Conaway directly.
Pro Tip: Ensure you have completed your WSPT and all 3 steps of the ALEKS Math Placement BEFORE attending your advising session.
New Graduate Students
Complete the following form to be connected with your advisor:
ID-Schools Graduate Curriculum Worksheet
Graduate Academic Advisor:
Dr. Jessica Whitten
New ODU Online students need to first complete the online orientation.
Then, you will contact your ODUOnline Student Success Director for an appointment. Your degree plan hold will be lifted when you meet for your advising appointment.
Director of Advising: Lenora Thorbjornsen
Undergraduate Academic Advisor: Petra Szonyegi
Undergraduate Academic Advisor: Tanjaneta Gardner
Graduate Academic Advisor: Jessica Whitten
Enrollment Services Coordinator: Sharon Conaway
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