Advisor Directory
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If you have questions about your major's courses, the best person to talk to is your major advisor. You'll find their contact information listed by department below.
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Program Director - Jessika Lawrence
Communication Sciences & Disorders (Bachelor of Science)
Freshmen and sophomores should meet with David McCoy
Juniors and seniors should meet with an advisor based on the first letter of their last name:
- A-E and R: Jessika Lawrence
- F-L and T-Z: Kenyan Martin
- M-Q and S: David McCoy
Post-baccalaureate (2nd bachelor's) students should meet with Jessika Lawrence.
Program Coordinator - Jennifer Malkowski
Communication Studies (Bachelor of Arts)
Students should meet with an advisor based on the first letters of their last name:
- A-Cl: Stephanie Hamel
- Cm-F: Nick Burk
- G-I: Jennifer Brundidge
- J-Mh: Michelle Givertz
- Mi-Q: Nan Li
- R-S: Jennifer Malkowski
- T-Z: Young Cho
Minor in Communication Studies
All students should meet with an advisor based on the first letter of their last name:
- A-Cl: Stephanie Hamel
- Cm-F: Nick Burk
- G-I: Jennifer Brundidge
- J-Mh: Michelle Givertz
- Mi-Q: Nan Li
- R-S: Jennifer Malkowski
- T-Z: Young Cho
Program Coordinator: Jennifer Underwood
Computer Animation & Game Development (BS)
- Students who startes as freshmen
- Last names A-L: Connor Zelinsky
- Last names M-Z: Dan Alioto
- Students who started as transfers
- Last names A-L: Jeff Underwood
- Last names M-Z: Jennifer Underwood
3D Digital Modeling & Environments (minor): Jennifer Underwood
Computer Animation (minor): Jennifer Underwood
Video Game Design (minor): Jennifer Underwood
Department Chair: Janell Bauer
Journalism (BA)
- News option
- A-H: Aaron Quinn
- I-O: Susan Wiesinger
- P-Z: Stephen Caldes
- Public Relations option
- A-L: Janell Bauer
- M-Z: Debra Johnson
Journalism (minor): Aaron Quinn, Debra Johnson, Stephen Caldes, or Susan Wiesinger
Sports Media (minor): Janell Bauer
Graduation checks: Janell Bauer
Department Chair - Melissa Mache
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Exercise Physiology (Bachelor of Science)
Students should meet with an advisor based on the first letter of their last name:
- A-M: Marci Pope
- N-Z: Deanna Lowe
Kinesiology (Bachelor of Arts)
Students should meet with an advisor based on their option:
- Option in Movement Studies: Jolene Barry
- Option in Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE): Marci Pope
Minor in Adapted Physical Activity: Marci Pope
Minor in Coaching: Jolene Barry
Minor in Physical Education: Marci Pope
Minor in Sport Performance: Deanna Lowe
Program Coordinator - Maris Thompson
Liberal Studies (Bachelor of Arts)
Students should meet with an advisor based on the first letter of their last name:
- A-L: Rena Marino
- M-Z: Leanne Woods
Interim Department Chair: Janell Bauer
Communication Design (BFA)
- Students who started as freshmen: Janell Bauer
- Students who started as transfers: Nanhee Kim
Media Arts (BA)
- Last names A-G: Rebecca Ormond
- Last names H-R: Jennifer Meadows
- Last names S-Z: Rebecca Ormond
Students interested in KCSC (including enrollment in MADT 105): Jennifer Meadows
Broadcasting (minor): Jennifer Meadows
Communication Design (minor): Nanhee Kim
Social Media Production & Analysis (minor): Rebecca Ormond
Department Chair - Chang Lee
Recreation, Hospitality, & Parks Management (Bachelor of Science)
Students in the major should meet with an advisor based on their option:
- Event Management: Chang Lee
- Resort & Lodging Management: Chang Lee
- Parks & Recreation Management: Jesse Engebretson
Minor in Recreation, Hospitality, & Parks Management: Chang Lee
Minor in Tourism: Chang Lee
The School of Education has information about pathways to teaching. If you have questions, email credentials@csuchico.edu.
School Director - Al Schademan
Minor in Special Education: Shawn Brackett