McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
The Office of Freshman Advising is located in Chozen Hall (on the corner of Ryan and McNeese Streets). The Office of Freshman Advising provides academic advising to first-time freshmen, administers the University’s parent orientation and Peerleader programs, and participates in the University’s student orientation.
First-time freshmen are advised in the Office of Freshman Advising before transitioning to advising by the academic department of their chosen major. Advisors guide students in major selection and counsel them on matters that may affect their academic progress, especially regarding University policies and procedures.
Continuing students will receive email communication from their assigned Freshman advisor around mid-September (for Spring registration) and mid-March (for Summer and Fall registration) that will inform students of advising availability.
New students for Summer or Fall will receive email communication from their assigned Freshman advisor around early March that will inform students of advising availabilities.
We encourage students to check both their McNeese student email and personal email frequently for communications from freshman advising.
Welcome! At McNeese State University, we're dedicated to helping our students achieve their academic goals by offering over 50 distinct degree programs, personalized advising, and much more. Not sure where to start? Our advisors are available to answer any questions you might have.
Ms. Anna Grace Bizzle is an Academic Advisor for the College of Nursing and Health Professions. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master's degrees in Secondary Education from Mississippi State University. Her favorite part of advising at McNeese is being a resource for students as they get used to the expectations of college and helping students pursue their degrees at such a wonderful school.
Mr. Jonathon McMahon is the Academic Advisor for the College of Engineering and Sciences. He advises for majors like Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. He earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Management and is currently completing his Master’s of Business Administration with a concentration in Business Analytics.
With experience as a student at McNeese State University he is confident he can help advise students for the upcoming semester. His favorite part of campus is the small-town, home-like feel that it gives. He is excited to help students reach their college goals, achieve a degree, and start to create and accomplish their career goals.
Ms. Kalli Tharp is the Academic Advisor for the College of Liberal Arts and the Burton College of Education (ELEM and EDPR majors). She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from McNeese and is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration. She has spent a total of eight years at McNeese as both a student and a staff member. She loves being able to support students through their academic journeys
Ms. Emma Thomas is an Academic Advisor for the College of Business, Harold and Pearl Dripps School of Agricultural Sciences, and H.C. Drew School of Kinesiology. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from McNeese and is currently pursuing her Master’s of Business Administration. Her favorite part of advising is building meaningful relationships with students and helping them feel confident in their academic and professional goals.