The School of Education Student Services shares with the University of Wisconsin–Madison a belief that “diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation.” In order to support this belief, we seek to promote diversity and inclusion in all of our programs and service efforts, and strive for equity in our work with students. We believe that diversity in all forms among our staff and students fosters valuable differences in perspectives; a commitment to equity encourages us to critically examine our policies and practices; and a focus on inclusion ensures our students a safe and welcoming environment where they can thrive. As student service professionals, we seek to continuously engage in personal and professional development around issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion ourselves, recognizing that honoring these commitments is a life-long learning process. Read more about how we are committing ourselves in order to reach our goals.
Drop-In Advising Hours Spring 2023
January 26 – May 4
Thursdays 2:30 – 4:00pm IN PERSON 15-minute meetings
Please check in at the Student Services reception desk in 139 Education Building.
15-minute drop-in meetings are for quick enrollment questions, course selection, or other questions that can be answered in 15 minutes or less. Please arrive prepared with a DARS report
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School of Education Student Services
139 Education Building (1st floor) 1000 Bascom Mall 608-262-1651 Wheelchair accessible entrances are located on the east and north side of building.
Schedule an appointment
Students may advise with any advisor. Current UW–Madison students can schedule an appointment through Starfish. All other prospective students, call us at 608-262-1651. Questions? Not sure where to start? Email us at studentservices@education.wisc.edu If you would like accommodations for your advising appointment, contact Nicole Spear at 608-262-1651.
Connect with us
Want to see all currently available advising appointments? Check out our general Starfish service to schedule something with one of our advisors at a time that works for you.
Using Starfish to Schedule an Advising Appointment During COVID-19
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How to schedule a phone meeting
- Log in to your MyUW.
- Open the Starfish app (if you do not see it, you can begin by searching for it in MyUW and adding it to your dashboard).
- Within the Starfish app, select your advisor’s name and find an available date and time.
- Under location, select Phone Appointment.
- In the notes section, please include a U.S. phone number where we can reach you. Please also include your class standing (freshman, sophomore, etc.) and major or intended major in the description of the appointment.
- Your advisor will call you at the time of your appointment (CST). Please note that this call may appear to be from a blocked number. We cannot call international phone numbers. If you are using an international phone number, please see the instructions for using Microsoft Teams below.
How to schedule a Microsoft Teams video chat
- Log in to your MyUW.
- Open the Starfish app (if you do not see it, you can begin by searching for it in MyUW and adding it to your dashboard).
- Within the Starfish app, select your advisor’s name and find an available date and time.
- Under location, select Microsoft Teams Video Chat. Note that all UW-Madison students have access to Microsoft Teams through Microsoft Office 365. Please also note that your computer/device will need access to the internet, as well as a microphone, speakers, and camera for video calls.
- In the notes section, please include your class standing (freshman, sophomore, etc.) and major or intended major in the description of the appointment. Also include a U.S. phone number where we can reach you in case the video chat does not work.
- Your advisor will send you a virtual meeting invitation prior to your appointment. Follow instructions included in the meeting invite to connect via Microsoft Teams at your scheduled appointment time (CST). When prompted, select the option to “Join on the Web Instead.”
Undergraduate Academic Advisors
Becky Smith
Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with Becky
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
Mary Thompson-Shriver
Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with Mary
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
A.J. Lara
Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with A.J.
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
Sa Seng Xiong
Multicultural Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with Sa Seng
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
Jerry Jordan
Multicultural Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with Jerry
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
Camille Bernier
Academic Advisor
Schedule an Appointment with Camille
Not a current UW Madison student? Call (608)262-1651 to set up an appointment.
School of Education Student Services
School of Education Student Services coordinates undergraduate student services for the School. We serve current and prospective School of Education students in all programs, from initial exploration to career goals and beyond.
A dedicated advisor can help you with:
- Coursework
- Planning study abroad
- Application requirements
- Connecting you to campus resources
- Getting experience outside the classroom
- Learning about our programs and options
School of Education Student Services
School of Education Student Services coordinates undergraduate student services for the School. We serve current and prospective School of Education students in all programs, from initial exploration to career goals and beyond.
A dedicated advisor can help you with:
- Coursework
- Planning study abroad
- Application requirements
- Connecting you to campus resources
- Getting experience outside the classroom
- Learning about our programs and options
Need an accommodation?
If you need accommodations for an advising appointment, please let us know. Contact Nicole Spear via email or give her a call at 608-262-1651.
Undergraduate Advising Office
We serve undergraduate students who are exploring, pursuing, and completing a School of Education program. We collaborate with both School and campus advisors to support student success.
Career Center
We collaborate with the Career Center to support the lifelong career development and success of School of Education students and alumni. We advise in exploring careers, accessing internships, investigating graduate school, and seeking employment.
Student Support and Consultation
Our office mentors and advocates for underrepresented students. We provide support for students who are struggling personally or academically. We collaborate with the School faculty and staff to best support students.
Academic Dean's Office
School of Education Student Services staff represent students' interests in School and campus decision making. We manage School undergraduate records, data, and tools to facilitate degree progress and completion.
Program Admissions, Recruitment, and Advisor Outreach
We discuss School of Education programs with prospective students and those who support them to find the best fit for each student. We collaborate with School and campus advisors to admit students into our programs.
Scholarships and Fellowship Coordination
School of Education Student Services staff provide leadership and coordination for undergraduate and graduate scholarships and fellowships. We guide students in choosing appropriate scholarships and help ensure they fulfill scholarship requirements.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity, inclusion, and access to higher education are three of the UW–Madison School of Education’s highest priorities. Our office provides services that support an inclusive and equitable experience for all our students.
Progress Toward Graduation
School of Education Student Services staff monitor completion of specific program requirements and share general degree audit responsibilities with the Office of the Registrar.