Academic Advising

What to Know

Every degree-seeking student is assigned a dedicated Student Success Coach to help them get started. Your Student Success Coach will assist with registering for your first semester, connecting you to important campus resources, and introducing you to your faculty advisor. After your first semester, academic advising transitions to your faculty advisor, who will help you plan your courses and stay on track for graduation.

Degree-seeking students have the option to self-register for classes, but both Student Success Coaches and faculty advisors are available to offer guidance and support throughout your academic journey.

Student Services also connects students to additional support, including tutoring, career preparation, ADA accommodations, and other valuable resources to help you succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Who is My Advisor?

Your Advisor will help you with your course schedule, explaining academic policies, degree requirements and your academic records.

Students may initially identify their Advisor’s name by locating it on the student profile page of Banner.

1.  Log into My New River Portal
2. Click on Banner 9 – Student Profile
3. Your Advisor’s name will be listed near the bottom center of the main Student Profile page.

Once you know your Advisor’s name, you can schedule an appointment or you can email your Advisor with any questions.

Students are expected to consult with their Advisors during faculty office hours. Advisors are expected to give students careful guidance in the pursuit of their studies at the College.

Do I Need to Bring Anything?

Currently enrolled students should bring a current copy of their unofficial transcript to their advising appointments. To print your unofficial transcript:

1. Log in to the My New River Portal
2. Click on Banner 9 – Student Profile
3. Click on Academic Transcript

Class Schedule

Once registered, students may view and print their class schedule through Self-Service Banner:

1. Log in to the My New River Portal
2. Click on Banner 9 – Student Profile
3. Click on Student Schedule or Week at a Glance