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Bitonte College of Health and Human Services

BCHHS Faculty Mentors and Advisors

The Bitonte College of Health and Human Services is proud to support student success through a team-based approach to advising and mentoring. While professional advisors provide guidance on academic planning, registration, and university policies, faculty play a key role as mentors—offering support with career preparation, internships, and professional development.

What is a Faculty Mentor?

Faculty mentors are subject matter experts who work with students in their major to:

  • Explore career paths and internship opportunities
  • Prepare for graduate or professional school
  • Review resumes and build professional networks
  • Offer insight and mentorship based on industry experience

Who has a Faculty Advisor?

Some programs with high-touch or selective admissions will continue to assign students to a faculty advisor for both academic and career guidance:

  • Nursing (BSN and ADN)
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Respiratory Care
  • Radiologic Technology

All other students with 60 or more credit hours will be assigned a faculty mentor while continuing to work with their professional academic advisor for course and graduation planning.

Not sure who your advisor or mentor is?

You can view your assigned advisor or mentor on your Student Profile Page or in Penguin Pass.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who will be my main point of contact for academic advising?

All students work with professional academic advisors for course registration, degree planning, and university policies. Students with 60+ credit hours also have a faculty mentor for career and professional development guidance.

 

What does a faculty mentor do?

Faculty mentors assist with career exploration, internships, graduate school preparation, resume reviews, and networking within your field. They complement your professional advisor’s academic support.

 

Which students have a faculty advisor instead of a faculty mentor?

Students in restricted programs such as Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Care, and Radiologic Technology continue to have an assigned faculty advisor who provides both academic and career-related support.

 

How do I schedule an appointment with my advisor or faculty mentor? 

Professional advisors are located in Cushwa Hall, Room 2104. Visit BCHHS Professional Academic Advisors to schedule an appointment. You can also call 330.941.1820 for general information.

 

Can I see both my professional advisor and faculty mentor?

Yes! Professional advisors handle your academic planning and graduation requirements, while faculty mentors focus on your career goals and professional development. Many students find meeting with both very helpful.

 

Am I supposed to see a mentor or an advisor?

Student Type / ProgramWho You SeeWhat They Help With
Students Under 60 Credit HoursProfessional AdvisorCourse planning, registration, academic progress, and university policies. 
Students With 60+ Credit Hours (Most Majors)Professional Advisor + Faculty Mentor

Professional Advisor: Academic advising, graduation planning

Faculty Mentor: Career exploration, graduate school planning, internships, research opportunities, resume feedback, and professional networking

Students in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Care, or Radiologic TechFaculty Advisor + Professional Advisor

Faculty Advisor: Academic advising and program-specific guidance 

Professional Advisor: Performs degree audit and submits graduation authorization