Visual Arts Academic Advisement

During academic advising, the academic advisor is responsible for providing support, guidance and assistance pertaining to majors and course selection to fulfill degree requirements.

Male University Student having discussion with Advisor

Academic advising is essential to the success of students

Upon entering our program, students are encouraged to arrange a meeting with Harris Wiltsher, Area Facilitator and Associate Professor.

Students will be assigned a mentor among our faculty to assist and guide them through the program and answer any questions.

“What Do I Need an Advisor For?”

Course and Degree Guidance

Advisors help with selecting classes, determining degree requirements, changing majors, dropping courses, and resolving registration issues.
Planning and Support

Advisors work with you to create and evaluate your educational plans, providing accurate guidance on FAMU’s policies, procedures, and program-specific requirements.
Resources and Graduation

Advisors ensure you stay on track for a timely graduation by connecting you with the right resources and support throughout your academic journey.

To ensure a timely graduation and to develop a relationship with your adviser, you are encouraged to:

✔️ Meet with Your Advisor: Meet with your advisor once per semester to review your Advisory Form and ensure you’re on track.

✔️ Check iRattler: Regularly check your Academic Advisement Module on iRattler to stay updated on your academic progress.

✔️ Stay Informed: Be aware of university and college policies and procedures by reading the Student Handbook.

✔️ Seek Help: Always seek the assistance of an advisor if you are experiencing personal or academic difficulties.

✔️ Check Your Email: Routinely check your FAMU e-mail account for important messages from the university, your program and your advisor.

Students are strongly encouraged to regularly consult with their academic advisors at least once per semester. Our students are required to meet with their assigned program advisor, Ms. Karen Parker, on a regular basis, at least once a semester.

Contact Us:

For Academic Advisement Please Contact:

Karen Parker,
Academic Program Advisor
Foster-Tanner Fine Arts Center.
Tallahassee, Fl 32307
Google Phone Number: (850) 692-8835
E: karen.parker@famu.edu
For More Information About The Curriculum Please Consult:

Harris Wiltsher,
Area Facilitator and Associate Professor,
Foster-Tanner Fine Arts Center – East, Room 100A
Tallahassee, Fl 32307
Main Office: (850) 599-3161
Direct Line: (850) 561-2842
E: harris.wiltsher@famu.edu

There are a vast number of resources on campus available to support the academic success of FAMU students. Students are strongly encouraged to explore and utilize all of the great resources the Undergraduate Student Success Center (USSC) provides.

Undergraduate Student Success Center

Visual Arts Academic Advisement

“What Do I Need an Advisor For?”

Course and Degree Guidance

Planning and Support

Resources and Graduation

To ensure a timely graduation and to develop a relationship with your adviser, you are encouraged to:

Contact Us:

For Academic Advisement Please Contact:

For More Information About The Curriculum Please Consult:

There are a vast number of resources on campus available to support the academic success of FAMU students. Students are strongly encouraged to explore and utilize all of the great resources the Undergraduate Student Success Center (USSC) provides.