Academic Advising

Planning your Academic Year

As you plan your first semester at Gettysburg, focus on laying out some preliminary goals and taking stock of your intellectual interests. Think about how you can build on your high school experience in areas where more advanced study is now a possibility as well as areas for exploration and skill building. It is important for you to be mindful of goals when selecting courses, but don't worry about making the "right" choices. There are many paths to follow in our Curriculum. If you start down a path that does not suit your aspirations, simply turn around and try another. Our strong recommendation is that you choose courses which engage your attention, excite your curiosity, and connect to what matters to you. By selecting courses for these reasons, and not merely to fulfill requirements, you can make the most of this opportunity to explore and learn in new ways.

The following online resources may be helpful as you work to select courses for the fall. The links are provided to your left and below.

Departmental Advice for Prospective Majors offers suggestions from faculty about which courses to start with if you are considering certain majors or special programs. This information is also available in print in your First Year Announcement of Courses, with special programs listed on page 20.

The Academic Advising Office website offers links to help you understand the curriculum, Frequently Asked Questions, and links to other offices' websites that provide useful information.

First Year Registration Instructions provides step by step guidelines for course selection and registration.

If you have questions about advising, contact the Academic Advising Office: 717-337-6579

Carol Keys Simpson, Administrative Aide
Jennifer Cole, Assistant Dean of Academic Advising
Anne Lane, Associate Dean of Academic Advising
GailAnn Rickert, Dean of Academic Advising

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