CASAC Monthly
The monthly newsletter of the College of Arts & Sciences Advising Center.
CAS Advising Center
The College of Arts and Sciences has full-time academic advisors to work in tandem with you and your faculty advisors to ensure you have a professional and personalized advising experience.
The CAS Advising Center serves as the primary resource for new majors and transfer students who choose one of our 16-plus degrees and academic programs. We are available to help College of Arts and Sciences students make changes to their schedules, complete their graduation applications, and answer short questions about financial aid along with any other questions that students have.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out directly to our advisors, contact the CAS Advising Center, or visit UAFS's Academic Advising homepage.
CAS Advising Center
Campus Location: Vines 119
Phone: 479-788-7677
Email: CASAdvise@uafs.edu
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Meet the CAS Advising Team
Kristen Merritt Beck
Director, CAS Advising
Education
- M.S. College Student Personnel, Arkansas Tech University
- Graduate Certificate - Academic Advising, Arkansas Tech University
- B.S. Health Information Management, Arkansas Tech University
Click Here To Read Kristen's Personal Advising Philosophy
Contact Information:
Office: Vines 122
Phone: 479-788-7564
Email: Kristen.Merritt@uafs.edu
Programs Advised:
Bachelor of General Studies
Chemistry
Geoscience
Justin Martin
Advising Coordinator
Education:
- M.S. College Student Personnel Services, Arkansas State University
- B.A. Media Communication, University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Click Here To Read Justin's Personal Advising Philosophy
Contact Information:
Office: Vines 120
Phone: 479-788-7368
Email: Justin.Martin@uafs.edu
Programs Advised:
Criminal Justice (B.S. & A.A.S.)
Exploratory (Undecided) Students
General Studies (Associate Degree)
Media Communication
Music
Music Education
Theatre
Drake Dye
Academic Advisor
Education:
- B.S. History with Social Studies Teacher Licensure, University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Contact Information:
Office: Vines 121
Phone: 479-788-7433
Email: Drake.Dye@uafs.edu
Programs Advised:
Computer Science
Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical)
History
History with Social Studies Teacher Licensure (7-12)
Mathematics
Mathematics with Teacher Licensure
Political Science
Journi Goforth
Academic Advisor
Education:
- B.A. English Education, Arkansas Tech University
- B.F.A. Creative Writing Education
Contact Information:
Office: Vines 123
Phone: 479-788-7574
Email: Journi.Goforth@uafs.edu
Programs Advised:
Biology
Biology with Teacher Licensure
English
English with Teacher Licensure
Graphic Design
Spanish
Studio Art
oUTSTANDING FACULTY ADVISORS
In each edition of CASAC Monthly, the newsletter of the College of Arts & Sciences Advising Center, a faculty member is chosen to be spotlighted for their oustanding efforts in advising. Read below about their passion for advising students:
Dr. Maurice Testa
"...we will celebrate each achievement and
tackle each obstacle together. Watching my students excel in something they did not
think they could is the highlight of my job. "
Dr. Janine Chitty
"I think Rita Pierson says it best in her TedTalk “Every Kid Needs a Champion.” I want to be that champion and advocate for all students to succeed. I want them to know they have the greatest opportunity to make a difference insomeone else’s life by being a teacher."
Dr. Jordan Mader
"It’s my goal to keep registration and class
selection from being the barrier that students need to move forward with their degrees.
I am happy to request overrides, track down time conflict or registration errors....or
work out alternative plans on the fly during registration week if a class fills up
quickly."
Dr. Nicki Stancil
"I did not have a very positive advising experience when I was an undergrad and it has been my goal to do for students what I needed at the time. I was a first-generation student and struggled a lot of imposter syndrome and finding my place both on campus and in my program."
Dr. Amy Skypala
"I hope that in advising students we can work on not just building a schedule for each semester, but also building a particular attitude or mindset....It will not always be easy to do when there are tests to take and papers that are due, but I hope that the students will remember to try and love the learning a little bit just for itself."
Dr. Elizabeth Momand
"My goal for each student is the same – I
want to see them happy, healthy, and feel confident and successful in their
career journey."
Dr. Ann Gee Lee
"I hope that in advising students we can work on not just building a schedule for each semester, but also building a particular attitude or mindset....It will not always be easy to do when there are tests to take and papers that are due, but I hope that the students will remember to try and love the learning a little bit just for itself."
Dr. Brittany Bright
"I’ve been in the shoes of a college student, and I know they need to see empathy and understanding of their situation, embracement of their unique abilities, and involvement in the program they’re a part of."
Katie Waugh, M.F.A.
"I so enjoy helping students find their way to and through the discipline Ilove. Some of the most important impact we have on students can takeplace outside of the traditional classroom context."
Dr. Myron Rigsby
"Personal relationships matter to students. Advising is another opportunity to interact with students on an individual basis and learn about their life and interests."
Dr. Evan Rothera
“…I enjoy advocating for students when they encounter problems they cannot solve by themselves….I hope that my advising, along with the other knowledge and skills they have gained at UAFS, leave students well-equipped to succeed in whatever career path they choose.”