students

J-1 Status Students

J-1 Advising

We recommend that you make an appointment to see an adviser. While we have walk-in hours, they are on a first come, first served basis and are for short, general advising questions and travel signatures only. Appointments ensure that your adviser has ample time to help you with your more specific questions and concerns.

To make an appointment, please call the front desk at 644-1702.

Advisor: Tanya Schaad
  • Advisor For: J visa status
  • Appointments: Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm except during walk-in hours. Please make your appointment in advance. We do not take same day appointments.
  • Walk-in hours:
    (first come, first served)
    Days: Monday through Friday
    Time: 3:00pm to 4:30pm
 Tanya Schaad
Tanya Schaad
J-1 Exchange Visitor Adviser

Frequently Asked Questions:

Question
I need to turn in my request or application (for extension, Academic Training, dependent, etc.). Do I need to make an appointment?

Answer
No, unless you have specific questions that only your adviser can answer. Otherwise, such requests or applications can be submitted to the front desk where your general questions can be answered.

Question
Why can't I make same day appointments?

Answer Your advisers set aside time during the day to process your requests, to attend meetings at the office or outside of the office, to serve on committees and on previously scheduled appointments. Advisers try to plan their daily work and same-day appointments prevent efficient planning and organization.
Question
I know walk-in hours are on a first come, first served basis, but what if I have an emergency? Can I be seen first?

Answer
Every student's concern is important. We have to treat all students fairly.