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Human Communication, The Hugh Downs School
Novel coronavirus information
Fall 2020 update | FAQ page | Class flexibility for students | Novel coronavirus updates
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Advising
The Hugh Downs School of Human Communication provides academic advising on a scheduled appointment basis Monday through Friday.
Because ASU has made the decision to extend online classes through the end of the spring semester, all academic advising will be done remotely, either by email or phone.
Our academic advisors help students successfully transition to the university and make progress towards their educational goals and graduation. Communication majors are encouraged to meet with an advisor at least once a year.
When you have a scheduled appointment time, instead of calling into the Hugh Downs School office (480-965-5095) for your appointment, your advisor will be calling you.
Make sure you have your phone available at the time of your appointment. When your phone rings, your incoming call will display “Private Caller” because your advisor will be working remotely.
In addition, walk-in hours have been canceled. If you have questions about this, please email your advisor.
Our Advisors:
Carol Comito
Kyle Fray
Dan Schwimmer
Debra Daly
Barbara DeDecker
Your advisor will be calling you. Please make sure you are scheduling an appointment during Arizona time.
Drop/Add
For drop/add dates, please see the Academic Calendar or your MyASU.
Advising appointments can be scheduled two weeks in advance Monday through Friday. If no appointments show available, please check the calendar the next day as another day will open for appointments.
Kyle Fray
Academic Success Specialist
Dan Schwimmer
Academic Success Specialist
Barbara DeDecker
Academic Success Coordinator
Carol Comito
Academic Success Specialist
Debra Daly
Academic Success Specialist
Some reminders and online resources:
- Academic tutoring now available for COM classes.
- Be aware of the courses you have already taken, especially transferred courses, so you do not duplicate coursework. Visit the articulation web site for the Transfer Credit Guide (TCG).
- Read the curriculum checksheets, advising guides, and major maps for degree requirements.
- General information for transfer students.
- Review your DARS report, accessible through MyASU. Instructions to run DARS.
- Read the undergraduate resources page for important COM major information.
If you need assistance, please call (480)965-5095 or come to the school's office in Stauffer Hall, 412. Stauffer Hall is located on the northwest part of the Tempe campus, south of University Drive and just east of Myrtle Avenue. Metered parking is available on Myrtle south of University or in visitor parking lots 18 or 20 at the southeast corner of University Drive and Mill Avenue. (map and parking) The main entrance to Stauffer Hall on campus is off Forest Mall.