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


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
Photo Unavailable	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