Academic Advising
Your partner in success
Academic advising at University of Idaho is more than picking classes — it's a partnership. Our advisors help you explore your academic options, connect to resources, understand university policies and get involved in meaningful experiences both on and off campus. Together, you'll build a personalized plan for success and take steps toward your goals.
University Advising Services is here to:
- Help you navigate degree requirements and university policies
- Guide you toward high-impact opportunities and campus involvement
- Connect you to resources and support systems
- Encourage personal growth and self-advocacy
Schedule an advising appointment
To schedule a meeting with your advisor:
- Click the “Schedule an appointment” option on your academic advisor’s profile below. If you don’t know who your advisor is, you can find them using Advisor Finder.
- Use the online scheduling system to select an appointment type, date and time then click “Book”.
- You’ll receive a confirmation via your VandalMail with your appointment information.
Need help? Email advising@uidaho.edu.
How to prepare for an advising meeting
For advising meetings specifically focused on designing your next semester’s schedule:
- Review your Degree Audit in MyUI to see what courses you still need.
- Use the Schedule Planner to create a draft schedule.
Remember, advising is about more than registration. Be ready to ask questions about your goals, challenges and academic interests.
Other specialized advising services
Pre-law advising
Thinking about law school? Our Pre-Law Advising Program is here to help you explore the legal profession and navigate the law school admissions process.
Our pre-law advisor is available to answer your questions about preparing for law school, choosing the right undergraduate path and understanding what a legal career might look like.
Learn more about U of I’s Pre-Law Advising Program.
Pre-health advising
Are you interested in a career in healthcare? Our Pre-Health Professions Advising Program supports students and alumni from all majors who are preparing for medical, dental, pharmacy, physical therapy and other health-related programs.
We offer guidance on:
- Choosing the right health profession
- Planning your course schedule
- Finding clinical and shadowing opportunities
- Preparing for entrance exams
- Applying and interviewing for professional schools
Learn more about pre-health professions advising services.
Meet your advising team
Our dedicated academic advisors are here to support your academic journey. Have questions? Contact us.
Administrative team
Shawna Bertlin
Director of University Advising Services
Admin 112
208-885-0712
sbertlin@uidaho.edu
Kristen McMullin
Director, strategic initiatives
ISUB 313
208-885-0700
kmcmullin@uidaho.edu
College of Art and Architecture
Kaylena Townsend
Lead academic advisor
AA 207
208-885-0938
kaylenat@uidaho.edu
College of Business and Economics
Christopher Castle
Academic advisor
Albertson 119
208-885-5036
castle@uidaho.edu
Ryan Foss
Academic advisor
Albertson 116
208-885-1597
rfoss@uidaho.edu
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
Paul Alderete
Academic advisor
ED 304
208-885-5028
alderete@uidaho.edu
College of Engineering
Brian Cox
Academic advisor
JEB 125B
208-885-0125
briantc@uidaho.edu
Sydney Inman
Academic advisor
JEB 125C
208-885-0300
sydneyi@uidaho.edu
College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences
Sophie Becker
Lead academic advisor
Admin 115
208-885-7573
sophie@uidaho.edu
Karena Gutierrez
Academic advisor
ISUB 324
208-885-1204
Karena@uidaho.edu
Ceci McClurg
Academic advisor
Admin 337
208-885-9337
cmcclurg@uidaho.edu
Zachary Wnek
Academic advisor
Admin 119
208-885-1199
zxwnek@uidaho.edu
Colton Raichl
Academic advisor
Student Health 205
208-885-8767
coltonr@uidaho.edu
Amber Ziegler
Academic advisor
Phinney 106
208-885-0355
amberz@uidaho.edu
College of Natural Resources
Khris Kohlmeier
Lead academic advisor
CNR 211D
208-885-2033
kkohlmeier@uidaho.edu
Jamie Jessup
Academic advisor
CNR 211A
208-885-7818
jessup@uidaho.edu
College of Science
Shelby Carrel
Academic advisor
Mines 312
208-885-1568
scarrel@uidaho.edu
Saffron Brooks
Academic advisor
Mines 310
208-885-0121
saffronb@uidaho.edu