Meet The Student Success Team

My name is Shawn Brackett and I am the College Advising and Retention Specialist for the College of Communication and Education (CME). I provide academic advising and support to students in every CME discipline. I am here to help with major and minor exploration, course selection, career information, and community building. I can help you navigate campus policies and procedures and access the resources available to you as a student. Through a collaborative relationship, I would love to help you create the best academic experience for you.

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• Academic Advising

  If you have questions regarding General Education requirements, Academic Advising(opens in new window) can help. However, if you are a junior or senior approaching graduation and have questions or want to confirm you are on track to graduate, Graduation Advising(opens in new window) is the office to meet with.

• Accessibility Resource Center

  Chico State believes in providing access to its diverse student, employee, and community populations. The Accessibility Resource Center(opens in new window) works with staff, faculty, students, administrators, and community members to ensure that all aspects of campus life— learning, working, and living— are universally accessible. We promote and facilitate awareness and access through accommodations, training, and partnerships.

• Career Center

  Schedule an appointment with a Career Center(opens in new window) Advisor to discuss career options, jobs, and internships. Jeff Harrington is the dedicated Career Advisors for the College of Communication & Education.

• Counseling Center

  College can be great, but you can also feel stressed, lonely, or overwhelmed at times. If you are looking for help with a personal problem that is interfering with your academic progress, work life, or general well-being, contact the Counseling Center(opens in new window) to learn more about Chico State’s mental health services.

• Financial Aid & Scholarship Office

  Apply for financial aid, complete verification and maintain eligibility. Contact the Financial Aid & Scholarship Office(opens in new window) for more information.

• Graduation Advising

  If you have questions regarding your transfer credit, graduation requirements, study abroad substitutions, or want to confirm you are on track to graduate, meet with a Graduation Advisor(opens in new window).

• Hungry Wildcat Food Pantry

  Are you facing food insecurity? The Hungry Wildcat Food Pantry(opens in new window) provides supplemental food, quality meal access, CalFresh USDA SNAP food benefit application assistance and referrals for Chico State students.

• Student Learning Center

  The Student Learning Center(opens in new window) offers subject area tutoring, free one-on-one writing support, and peer-assisted study sessions through the Supplemental Instruction (SI) program.

• Study Abroad and International Exchange

  Visit the Study Abroad Office(opens in new window) to learn how you can expand your horizons and explore the world!