Throughout their academic journey, students in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment are paired with an academic advisor who truly cares about their success. Academic advisors help with course registration, graduation requirements, upcoming deadlines and so much more. 

With the mission of putting students first, academic advisors serve as mentors, navigators, advocates and pillars of support to help our students achieve their goals.

Advising Appointments

Advising begins 3-5 weeks before registration opens. It will be in mid-March to mid-April for summer and fall terms and mid-October to mid-April for winter and spring terms. Any other time of year, you can call or email your advisor with questions or to schedule an appointment.

Check University Academic Advising for exact dates.

Log in to myUK and click “myRecords.” Your advisor will be listed in the top right corner of the page. If you have no advisor, contact the Center for Student Success.

  • Log in to myUK.
  • Under the Student Services tab, select Degree Planning and Registration (myUKGPS).
  • Select Make Appointment under the advisor you want to meet with.
  • Select Available Date.
  • Select Type of Appointment.
  • Click Confirm Reservation.

If you are not able to make an appointment with your advisor in myUKGPS, contact your advisor directly. 

If your advisor is unavailable, you may meet with another advisor in their absence. Contact University Academic Advising.

  • Review your major requirements to identify what classes you should be thinking about enrolling in for the next semester.
  • Review the degree audit through myUKGPS. This is a great way to track your academic progress.
  • Check out the schedule of courses for class times and course prerequisites in the course catalog.
  • In myUK, under Degree Planning and Registration > Menu > Course Catalog, save the classes you would like to take next semester. You and your advisor will discuss these classes during your advising appointment.
  • Review your midterm grades (if available prior to your advising appointment). Be prepared to discuss those grades with your advisor.
  • Write down any questions you have about academics, jobs/internships, getting involved on campus, etc.

Keys to a Positive Advising Experience

  • Come prepared.
  • Be honest with your advisor when discussing grades, current classes, study habits and interests.
  • Schedule your appointment in a timely manner well in advance of your priority registration window.
  • Be courteous to fellow students and advisors by showing up to your appointment. If you must miss, cancel in advance.
  • Arrive and leave on time. Schedule a second appointment if you require more time.
  • Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Follow up with your advisor.

Considerations before Scheduling Classes

Consider if you have too many classes, or if it’s too easy. Determine which classes you like the most and why. Do you anticipate having fewer or more extracurricular obligations next semester?

Be sure to consider the source. Is the friend who gave you advice a good student? Do they share your interests and your preferred method of learning? Are they in your same major or in the same college?

If you’re not sure, that’s ok. You can discuss your options with your advisor.

Questions?

Center for Student Success
N6 Agricultural Science Center
1100 South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40546
859-257-3468
CAFEadvising@uky.edu