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Freshman Advising Appointments

Freshman Advising serves as an initial contact point for first-time freshmen. All first-time freshmen are advised based on their chosen major. Students who have a broad range of interests may choose to pursue an associate or bachelor degree in General Studies.

Contact Info:

Phone: (337) 475-5175
Email: freshmanadvising@mcneese.edu
(Freshman Advising Department)

 

Freshman Advising Appointment

Advising Checklist

  • If you graduated from high school in 2020 or 2021 and you have not attended another college or university after graduation, you are a traditional first-time freshman.
  • If you were a dual enrollment student or early admission student during high school and graduated in 2020 or 2021, you are still a traditional first-time freshman.
If you are a traditional, first-time freshman (20 years old or younger), you will need to sign up for an advising appointment before registering for Cowboy Camp. Those registered for Cowboy Camp but not advised, can email freshmanadvising@mcneese.edu to get advising options.

Advising Checklist

  • If you graduated from high school in 2019 or before and have not attended another college or university, you are a non-traditional first-time freshman.
  • If you were a dual enrollment student or early admission student during high school (in 2019 or before) and have not attended another college or university, you are still a non-traditional first-time freshman.
If you are a non-traditional first-time freshman (21 years old or older), please click on the link below.

Meet with an Advisor

Email your advisor or call 337-475-5175 to schedule an appointment with your advisor

Advising Checklist

  • If you are currently enrolled at McNeese State University (not including dual enrollment and early admissions), you are a continuing student.
  • If you are currently a dual enrollment or early admissions student, see Traditional tab for more advising information.
  • If you are a transfer student with less than 18 credit hours, find your advisors info

Advising information for the upcoming semester is sent out from your freshman advisor around mid-term of every semester. Please check your McNeese student email for more information on your options on being advised.

Join a Group Advising Session for First-Time-Freshmen

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Ashley Bass

I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.

My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.”  I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.

In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.

ADVISOR FOR:
  • College of Liberal Arts (excluding music)
  • Burton College of Education (ELEM and EDPR majors)