CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising Center
Welcome to CNAS Advising
Welcome to the CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising Center (UAAC)! From orientation to graduation, Academic Advisors play a crucial role in helping you achieve your academic goals. We are committed to offering you academic guidance every step of the way throughout your undergraduate career. You can access CNAS UAAC advising support via the Slate Student Success Portal . We offer in-person and virtual appointment and drop-in/General Advising Check-In's (GUAC) advising support.
We encourage you to visit the Slate Student Success Portal or stop by to see us in-person at 1223 Pierce Hall to connect with the most effective advising support based on your individual needs and circumstances.
HOW TO ACCESS ADVISING SERVICES
To access or contact your academic advisor, see information below:
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Visit your major's advising page to find your advisor's contact information and availability.
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You can access advising support either online or in-person, through Slate Student Success Portal.
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Need quick help with a general advising question? Simply stop by the Advising Center at 1223 Pierce Hall in person for a General Undergrad Advising Check-In (GUAC).
Welcome, UCR students! When it comes to academic support, it is essential to know who to meet. Upon admission to UCR, you were assigned a dedicated advisor who is here to assist you on your academic journey. To find your assigned advisor, you have two options: check your Student Profile on R'web or visit your CNAS Major page. Learn more about meeting with your assigned advisor here.
The CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising Center offers two convenient options for student advising appointments: in-person or virtual appointments and drop-ins/GUAC. Advising appointments are the preferred method for discussing academic questions or concerns that may require more time. You can see your advisor during an appointment to discuss topics like major changes, long-term academic plans, double-majors or minors, etc. You can seek drop-in/GUAC advising for quick 5-minute questions that do not require an appointment. You can seek advising support by accessing the at Slate Student Success Portal. Learn more about making advising appointments here.
General Undergraduate Advising Check-In's (GUAC)
The CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising Center is proud to offer Drop-In/ General Undergrad Advising Check-In's (GUAC) for students seeking quick and straightforward advising assistance. Located in at 1223 Pierce Hall or Zoom, our advisor are available throughout the day for drop-in advising support. Learn more about seeing an advisor in person for GUAC here.
Emailing is a convenient way for students to get in contact with their academic advisor. Please expect responses within 2-3 business days, and please note that this response time may extend during peak advising times. If you need detailed information for a more complex advising question, you should schedule an advising appointment with your assigned advisor. For quick and more general questions, you should take advantage of the General Undergrad Advising Check-In's (GUAC) option. Find more details about protocol and best practices when contacting your advisor here.
GUAC! General Undergrad Advising Check-Ins
Please note that the process to access and check in for a GUAC/drop-in advising support has changed.
You will need to access it GUAC through the Slate Student Success Portal.
Contact Us
Location: 1223 Pierce Hall
Call: 951 827-7294 or 951 827-3102
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: *9am-12pm & 1-4pm (*We open at 10am on Wednesdays)
Advising Support: Slate Student Success Portal
General advising email: cnasstudent@ucr.edu
Email a peer advisor: cnaspeeradvisors@ucr.edu
Fall Dates & Deadlines
For all quarterly dates & deadlines, please visit the UCR Academic Calendar.
Below are some of the important dates & deadlines to keep in mind for this quarter.
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First Day of Classes |
Thurs, Sept 25 |
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Last Day to Add/Drop Courses on R'Web (no W for drops, EAFs will be required for add/drops after this deadline) |
Fri, Oct 10 |
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Last Day to Submit a Part-Time Fee Waiver if enrolled in 10 units or less |
Fri, Oct 10 at 12noon |
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Last Day to Add a Course with only faculty approval (no Dean approval required and no processing fee) via an Enrollment Adjustment Form |
Fri, Oct 17 at 12noon |
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Last Day to Withdraw from a Course with a W ($4 fee) via an Enrollment Adjustment Form |
Fri, Nov 7 at 12noon |
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Last Day to S/NC a Course ($4 fee) via an Enrollment Adjustment Form |
Fri, Nov 21 at 12noon |
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Last Day to Withdraw From the Quarter (all classes with Ws) - must see advisor |
Fri, Dec 5 by 4pm |
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Last Day of Classes |
Fri, Dec 5 |
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Finals Week |
Sat, Dec 6; Mon-Fri, Dec 8-12 |
