Counseling and Retention Office

A college education can open up many new doors, but sometimes it's not clear which door to open. We’re here to make the journey a little easier with comprehensive counseling services. Looking for help selecting the right classes for your degree? Need advice on different career paths? Are you in need of professional emotional or psychological support? We’re here to provide as much guidance and support as you need during your academic journey.

Our Services

• Career, self-assessment, planning and decision making
• Development of appropriate academic programs
• Resolution of personal issues affecting programs of study
• Development of decision making and problem-solving skills
• Organization of resources which promote success
• Health and wellness counseling

The mission of the Counseling faculty and staff is to provide quality academic, career, and personal counseling services and quality guidance instruction to a diverse population of students.

Professional counseling matures the decision-making process and promotes student self-direction. This process is facilitated through:

• Development of appropriate career and academic goals
• Resolution of personal issues affecting programs of study
• Career assessment and planning
• Referral to educational, career, and personal growth resources.

Department staff demonstrate their commitment to these endeavors through:

• A sincere and committed professional relationship with staff and faculty
• Acknowledgment of the student as a whole person
• Responsiveness to and advocacy for changing student needs
• Pursuit of continuous professional development.