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Sidnie Davis says one of a Smith student's greatest resources is her adviser.

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Each student has a faculty adviser who helps her select and register for courses that will satisfy the broad expectations of the college and will further her personal goals and aspirations. The dean of the first-year class assigns a premajor faculty adviser to each first-year student. This faculty member will continue to advise her until she chooses a major.

Together the adviser and student develop a balanced academic program, making full use of the courses and programs available. The adviser approves all registration decisions, including changes made to the course program after the beginning of a semester. An adviser can help a student find academic and personal resources and can help her select and pursue various optional programs.

In addition to aiding in the selection of courses, major advisers often counsel students about preparation for graduate schools or careers.

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