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Academic Advising Drop-In Hours
We’re here when you need us!
Drop-in advising offers same-day help for quick questions. No appointment is needed.
We strongly recommend joining the Zoom drop-ins using a laptop or computer to help make the most efficient use of your time with your advisor.
General Advising can help with university policies, academic standing, registration issues, forms and petitions, general education requirements, and referrals for campus resources for all majors.
Major Advising focuses on your specific program. This includes learning plans, major requirements, course selection, prerequisites, course sequencing, and staying on track for graduation.
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Schedule an advising appointment for detailed planning and graduation review. Before your meeting, check the My Learning Plan degree planner and review your Academic Requirements Report.
General Advising
General advising is for questions about university policies, academic standing, registration issues, forms and petitions, general education requirements, and provides referrals for campus resources for all majors. Please see your Academic Advisor for major-specific questions and learning plans.
General Advising for All Majors
Academic & Success Advisor
Teresa Salters, M.A.
Weekly Drop-Ins
Mon: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Tue: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Wed: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Thu: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Fri: 9- 11 AM | In-person Only
In-person: Library 3rd Floor, Rm 3180
Any additional schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message or on Teresa's .
General Advising Email: advising@csumb.edu
This email address goes to the Advising Front Desk.
Important Note: General advising drop-in hours are not for creating or updating learning plans. Drop-ins are intended for quick general questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment with the Academic Advisor for your major.
Major Advising
Choose your major to see advisor availability and how to join.
Important Notes: You may see any of the three advisors listed below.
Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| College of Business Advisors | |
|---|---|
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Marley Morales, M.S. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: marlmorales@csumb.edu |
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Ernesto Verduzco, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: erverduzco@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 26 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Kerry Collins, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Weekly Drop Ins Email: kecollins@csumb.edu |
In-person, Library 3rd floor Rm 3180 No Drop Ins Oct 13 & 28 |
Important Notes: You may see any of the three advisors listed below.
Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| College of Business Advisors | |
|---|---|
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Kerry Collins, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Weekly Drop Ins Email: kecollins@csumb.edu |
In-person, Library 3rd floor Rm 3180 No Drop Ins Oct 13 & 28 |
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Marley Morales, M.S. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: marlmorales@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 15 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Ernesto Verduzco, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: erverduzco@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 26 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
AGPS Academic Advisor
Carmen Ramirez, M.A.
Minors: Agricultural Plant & Soil Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies
Zoom Drop Ins
Wed: 1:30- 3 PM
Thu: 10 AM- 12 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: carmramirez@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| A-M | N-Z |
|---|---|
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BIO Academic Advisor Minors: Biology, Chemistry Zoom Drop Ins No Drop Ins Oct 08- 12 Email: mbalderas@csumb.edu |
BIO Academic Advisor Minors: Biology, Chemistry Zoom Drop Ins No Drop Ins Oct 07 Email: cywalker@csumb.edu |
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
Important Notes: You may see any of the three advisors listed below.
Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| College of Business Advisors | |
|---|---|
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Ernesto Verduzco, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: erverduzco@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 26 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Marley Morales, M.S. Minors: Business Administration Zoom Drop Ins Email: marlmorales@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 15 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Kerry Collins, M.A. Minors: Business Administration Email: kecollins@csumb.edu |
In-person, Library 3rd floor Rm 3180 No Drop Ins Oct 13 & 28 |
CART Academic Advisor
Alvin Mendoza, M.A.
Minors: Cinematic Arts and Technology
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue & Thu: 1:30- 2:30 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: alvmendoza@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
CHHS Academic Advisor
Zitlalic Zarate
Minors: Community Health Education, Environmental Health Policy, International Health Policy, Nonprofit Management, Social Work
Zoom Drop Ins
Fri: 9:30 AM- 10:30 AM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: zzarate@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
CD Academic Advisor
Naomi Dimas Bolanos, M.A.
Minors: Communication Design
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 2- 3:30 PM
Fri: 9- 10 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 13
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: nbolanos@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
CS Academic Advisor
Dom Lupisan, M.S.
Minors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science
Zoom Drop Ins
Wed: 1:30- 3:30 PM
Fri: 9- 11 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 07 & 09
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: dlupisan@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
ESTP Academic Advisor
Carmen Ramirez, M.A.
Minors: Agricultural Plant and Soil Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies
Zoom Drop Ins
Wed: 1:30- 3 PM
Thu: 10 AM- 12 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: carmramirez@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
ENSTU Academic Advisor
Carmen Ramirez, M.A.
Minors: Agricultural Plant and Soil Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies
Zoom Drop Ins
Wed: 1:30- 3 PM
Thu: 10 AM- 12 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: carmramirez@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
EGS Academic Advisor
Nongnenj Vang, M.S.
Minors: Chicanx Studies, Creative Writing and Social Action, Ethnic and Gender Studies, Humanities and Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, Peace Studies, Pre-Law, Social Justice and Community Leadership, Writing and Rhetoric
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 5- 7 PM
Wed: 2- 4 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: novang@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
GS Academic Advisor
Victor Gonzales
Minors: Anthropology, Global Studies, Psychology, Sociology
Zoom Drop Ins
Mon: 1- 3 PM
Thu: 9- 11 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 26 & 27
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: vgonzales@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
HDFS Academic Advisor
Teresa Salters, M.A.
Minors: Human Development and Family Science
Certificates: Family Intervention Certificate
Weekly Drop-Ins
Mon: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Tue: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Wed: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Thu: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Fri: 9- 11 AM | In-person Only
In-person: Library 3rd Floor, Rm 3180
Any additional schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message or on Teresa's
Email: tsalters@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are generally meant for quick questions and typically last 5 to 15 minutes when several students are waiting. Teresa also offers General Advising Drop-Ins at the same times. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
HCOM Academic Advisor
Nongnenj Vang, M.S.
Minors: Chicanx Studies, Creative Writing and Social Action, Ethnic and Gender Studies, Humanities and Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, Peace Studies, Pre-Law, Social Justice and Community Leadership, Writing and Rhetoric
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 5- 7 PM
Wed: 2- 4 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: novang@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
IDS Academic Advisor
Teresa Salters, M.A.
Weekly Drop-Ins
Mon: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Tue: 11 AM- 12 PM | In-person AND 5- 6 PM | Zoom
Wed: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Thu: 11 AM- 12 PM & 5- 6 PM | Zoom Only
Fri: 9- 11 AM | In-person Only
In-person: Library 3rd Floor, Rm 3180
Any additional schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message or on Teresa's .
Email: tsalters@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are generally meant for quick questions and typically last 5 to 15 minutes when several students are waiting. Teresa also offers General Advising Drop-Ins at the same times. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
JLC Academic Advisor
Alvin Mendoza, M.A.
Minors: Japanese Culture and History, Japanese Language and Culture
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue & Thu: 1:30- 2:30 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: alvmendoza@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
KIN Major Academic Advisor
Malibu Taylor, M.A.
Minors: Health and Wellness, Human Movement
Zoom Drop Ins
Fri: 2- 4 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: maltaylor@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
LS Academic Advisor
Jessica Hernandez, M.Ed.
Minors: Education
Zoom Drop Ins
Wed: 11:30- 1:30 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message or at the Advising Center front desk.
Email: JessiHernandez@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| A-M | N-Z |
|---|---|
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MSCI Academic Advisor Certificates: Research Diving Certificate Weekly Drop Ins In-person, Library 3rd Floor Rm 3180 No Drop Ins Oct 13 & 27
Email: maustin@csumb.edu |
MSCI Academic Advisor Certificates: Research Diving Certificate Zoom Drop Ins No Drop Ins Oct 06, 13, & 30 Email: czavala@csumb.edu |
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
MATH Academic Advisor
Naomi Dimas Bolanos, M.A.
Minors: Mathematics
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 2- 3:30 PM
Fri: 9- 10 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 13
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: nbolanos@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
MECH ENG Academic Advisor
Crystal Zavala, M.Ed.
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 2- 4 PM
Fri: 9:30- 11:30 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 06, 13, & 30
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: czavala@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
MUS Academic Advisor
Gladys Cabadas, M.P.A.
Minors: Music
No Drop Ins
Please to meet with Gladys or email her directly for support.
Email: gcabadas@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
NURS Academic Advisor
Zitlalic Zarate
Zoom Drop Ins
Fri: 9:30 AM- 10:30 AM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: zzarate@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
Important Notes: Find your assigned advisor below based on your last name.
Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| Psychology Academic Advisors | |
|---|---|
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Teresa Nieves, M.A. Minors: Psychology Zoom Drop Ins Email: tnieves@csumb.edu |
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Jesús Floriano-Ramírez, M.A. Minors: Psychology Zoom Drop Ins Email: jfloriano-ramirez@csumb.edu |
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Victor Gonzales Minors: Psychology Zoom Drop Ins |
No Drop Ins Oct 26 & 27 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
PH Academic Advisor
Zitlalic Zarate
Minors: Community Health Education, Environmental Health Policy, International Health Policy, Nonprofit Management, Social Work
Zoom Drop Ins
Fri: 9:30 AM- 10:30 AM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: zzarate@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
SSCI/SBS Academic Advisor
Victor Gonzales
Minors: Anthropology, Global Studies, Psychology, Sociology
Zoom Drop Ins
Mon: 1- 3 PM
Thu: 9- 11 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 26 & 27
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: vgonzales@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
SOC Academic Advisor
Victor Gonzales
Minors: Anthropology, Global Studies, Psychology, Sociology
Zoom Drop Ins
Mon: 1- 3 PM
Thu: 9- 11 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 26 & 27
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: vgonzales@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
SLHC Academic Advisor
Alvin Mendoza, M.A.
Minors: Hispanic Cultures & History, Latin American Studies, Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue & Thu: 1:30- 2:30 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: alvmendoza@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
STAT Academic Advisor
Naomi Dimas Bolanos, M.A.
Minors: Data Science
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 2- 3:30 PM
Fri: 9- 10 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 13
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: nbolanos@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
Important Notes: You may see any of the three advisors listed below.
Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
| College of Business Advisors | |
|---|---|
|
Kerry Collins, M.A. Weekly Drop Ins |
In-person, Library 3rd floor Rm 3180 No Drop Ins Oct 13 & 28 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Ernesto Verduzco, M.A. Zoom Drop Ins Email: erverduzco@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 26 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
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Marley Morales, M.S. Zoom Drop Ins Email: marlmorales@csumb.edu |
No Drop Ins Oct 15 Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message. |
UNDC Academic Advisor
Naomi Dimas Bolanos, M.A.
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue: 2- 3:30 PM
Fri: 9- 10 AM
No Drop Ins Oct 02 & 13
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: nbolanos@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
VPA Academic Advisor
Alvin Mendoza, M.A.
Minors: Performing Arts, Visual and Public Art
Zoom Drop Ins
Tue & Thu: 1:30- 2:30 PM
Any schedule changes will appear in the Zoom waiting room message.
Email: alvmendoza@csumb.edu
Important Note: Drop-ins are intended for quick questions and usually last 5 to 15 minutes when multiple students are waiting. For more in-depth planning, please schedule an advising appointment.
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