About Advising

Kinesiology Advising and Mentoring

Advising relates to all things related to completing your degree, while mentoring relates to your relationship with an expert in the field who will guide you, share knowledge and experiences, and recommend internships to prepare you to enter your profession. Continue reading for more information.

Kinesiology Advising

We strongly recommend that you meet with a Kinesiology Academic Advisor at least once per semester. The advisors will help you with:

1. Understanding your Degree Progress Report.

2. Selecting courses for the next semester.

3. Developing a semester-by-semester plan.

4. Update you on changes in degree requirements and graduation policies.

5. Assist you with applying for graduation.

6. Answering all questions specific to advising and completing your degree.

Kinesiology Academic Advisors

Porscha Chambers- Office- Redwood Hall 255

Elva Chanon - Office- Redwood Hall 253

Moises Hernandez- Office- Redwood Hall 250A

Please call 818-677-3205 to request an appointment with a Kinesiology Academic Advisor.

Kinesiology Faculty Mentors

The Kinesiology Faculty Mentors are available for the following:

General academic advice, including questions about major course requirements and degree planning
Initial approval for option-specific substitutions
Professional preparation including learning experiences outside of class (internships, jobs, clubs, etc.)

Kinesiology Undergraduate Program Coordinator

Dr. Shane Stecyk
Email
Phone: 818-677-4738
Office location: RE 283
Office Hours

The Kinesiology Undergraduate Program Coordinator is available for the following:

Students who want information about and/or assistance with changing majors or options within Kinesiology
Questions about courses from other institutions that may count towards your CSUN Kinesiology degree requirements

Avoid Learned Helplessness

There are many resources available to help you find answers to many of your questions. Please see the links below.