Academic Advising - School of Engineering and Computer Science

School of Engineering and Computer Science

Engineering Center, Room 301
115 Library Drive
Rochester , MI 48309-4479
(location map)
Dean's Office: (248) 370-2217
Academic Advising: (248) 370-2201
secsadvising@oakland.edu

We are excited to be back on campus. In an effort to accommodate the needs of all students, we are delivering services both in-person and remotely.
As a reminder, masks are required in all OU buildings and offices regardless of vaccination status.
Current students - please visit ou-advisor.oakland.edu to schedule an appointment with your academic adviser. September 2nd - September 10th appointments will be 20 minutes and intended to discuss fall semester issues only. Regular appointments will resume on September 13th.
New transfer and prospective students - please call 248-370-2201 to schedule your appointment.
Advisers are here to assist you, so be prepared for your appointment – review your registration date, Progress to Degree (in MySail), academic catalog, and posted class schedule.
Course overrides (due to registration errors or off-campus enrollment), major standing, and preliminary graduation reviews can be requested online. Please see the link and additional information in the Forms and Info tab below.
Questions? Visit our FAQ page or connect with us through SECS Chat.

Do you have an outstanding adviser? Nominate him or her for Adviser of the Year!

Who is my Academic Adviser?

Find your adviser: in MySail, under My Details, click on the blue Adviser link.

Connect with us during an appointment, chat, or email:

Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment: https://ou-advisor.oakland.edu/
Chat with SECS Advising: Monday – Friday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
1. Sign in to your OU email account
2. Click the plus sign (+) next to Chat.
3. In the search box, type 'secsadvising@oakland.edu' and click on the name below.
Email your Academic Adviser
1. Carmen Etienne - etienne@oakland.edu
2. Kurtis Kirkpatrick - kirkpatrick@oakland.edu
3. Sarah Konrad - shelden@oakland.edu
4. Eman Shammo - eshammo@oakland.edu

Meet the Advisers

Appointments

Our Hours
We are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and close for lunch from 12:00 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Drop In Times

Drop-in advising has been suspended until further notice. Instead, please seek support in the following ways:

Email your academic adviser
Call us at (248) 370-2201.
Chat with us during designated times through Google Chat! Please see times and days above.

Location

Engineering Center, Room 255

Appointments

Advising appointments are currently being offered via phone and video chat and can be scheduled online at ou-advisor.oakland.edu/

student preparation

Take the initiative

Our advisers are here to help you throughout your educational journey with the School of Engineering and Computer Science, but the first step can only be taken by YOU! Take the initiative and begin today by setting up an appointment with an adviser at ou-advisor.oakland.edu.

You should also keep the following in mind:

Be aware of important deadlines.
Understand requirements for your major and degree.
Learn to make decisions. Advisers can present options, but you must make the decisions.
Ask questions if anything is unclear.

Come prepared

Schedule your advising appointment early before registration begins.

Prepare a list of questions or concerns before your appointment.
Bring your plan of study; bring copies of other relevant materials.
Write down your current schedule and a tentative plan for the next semester.
If you are a transfer student, bring a copy of your transfer credit evaluation or transcripts.

Stay on track

Keep copies of your relevant academic records.
Follow through on referrals and recommendations made during the advising session.
Consult with your academic adviser before making drastic changes to an agreed-upon schedule.
Be aware of important deadlines, policies, and procedures. Read the academic catalog, especially the part about academic policies and procedures.
Make final decisions and take responsibility for your academic success.

Know your stuff

Read the academic catalog, especially the part about academic policies and procedures.

how advisers help

The academic advisers at the School of Engineering and Computer Science provide students and potential students with important educational, procedural and informational support. Our advisers are knowledgeable about the university’s policies and procedures, the requirements for successful enrollment within the school, and the best ways to achieve your educational goals at OU.

Our academic advisers can:

help you prepare for and plan your academic career
provide you with educational and career counseling
empower you with relevant and vital information regarding your degree program, opportunities to become more involved at OU and different student support services
help you reach your full potential as you pursue your educational and career goals

Meet the advisers. The team at the School of Engineering and Computer Science Advising Office is here to help you. Please visit https://ou-advisor.oakland.edu/ to schedule an advising appointment.

forms and info

Download, electronically complete, print, sign and submit the Undergraduate Student Forms to the Academic Advising Office (255 Engineering Center).

Undergraduate Student Forms

Undergraduate Plans of Study

Other SECS Forms

Course Override Requests

This override request form is intended for students who receive inaccurate registration error messages or are enrolled in the prerequisite(s) at another institution.
For all other override requests:
- Closed Class: Contact the course instructor.
- Missing Prerequisite(s): Fill out the Prerequisite Waiver Request Form found under the Forms and Info tab and have it signed by the course instructor and the corresponding department chair.
- Guest Students: Contact the course instructor.