Advising Center 

Purpose
The purpose of the Advising Center at Shelton State Community College is to provide knowledgeable assistance to ensure students achieve their educational goals. Assistance is provided by coaching students on the development of degree completion plans, working with students to resolve academic and personal concerns, and acting as a liaison between departments on the students’ behalf to ensure a seamless student experience.

Location
Martin Campus -  Atrium Area
C. A. Fredd Campus - Building 100

Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday   7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Contact Information
Email  advising@sheltonstate.edu
Phone  205.391.2232


Roles and Responsibilities of the Advisor
  • Advise students about academic requirements and selection of courses.
  • Maintain systematic and frequent contact with assigned advisees regarding registration, advising sessions, academic status, and other necessary college information.
  • Be a student advocate when appropriate.
  • Monitor student registration activities and recommend solutions to academic difficulties.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Student
  • Schedule and attend all advising appointments.
  • Be involved in the advising process by being prepared to discuss your goals and educational plans.
  • Bring a list of questions to appointments and ask questions if you do not understand a topic discussed during the meeting.
  • Take increasing responsibility for making your own decisions based on available information and advice.
All new freshmen are currently being assigned to an advisor or navigator.   Transfer and transient students are also encouraged to make use of the The Advising Center. 
 

Advising Center Staff

Email or call one of the Advising Center staff if you have questions regarding COMPASS testing, advising, or for general information.


  
Ivey Biddle
ibiddle@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.5865 

Education
B.S., University of Alabama

 
Philip Coleman
pcoleman@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2624

Education
B.A., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama 

 
Holly Elliott
helliott@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2273
 
Education
A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama
  Susan Grosse
sgrosse@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2458

Education
B.S., Auburn University
 

 
Wanda Jennings
wjennings@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2239
 
Education
B.S., University of West Alabama

 
Sandi McMahon
smcmahon@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2232 

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Sam Merriweather
smerriweather@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2643

Education
B.A., Stillman College; M.Ed., University of Montevallo 


 
 
   
D'Undray Peterson
dpeterson@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2282

Education
B.S., The University of West Alabama; M.S.C.E., The University of West Alabama; Ed.S., University of Alabama 

 
Ryan Sabbagh
rsabbagh@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.3931
 
Education
A.A.S., Shelton State Community College; A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., Athens State University 

  
Forrest Smith
fsmith@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.5899

Education 
B.S., University of Mississippi

 
T.J. Smith
tjsmith@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.3972
 
Education
A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University of West Alabama; MBA, University of North Alabama

  
Dr. Kevin Windham
kwindham@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2469
 
Education
A.A., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University of Montevallo; M.A., University of Alabama, Ph.D., University of Alabama 
  Dr. Sara Zach-Vanhorn
szach@sheltonstate.edu
Phone: 205.391.2221

Education 
B.A., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama; Ed.S., University of Alabama, Ph.D., University of Alabama