School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Advising

Do I need to see an advisor?

You must meet with your academic advisor prior to registration if you fit in one of the following categories.

  • Freshmen
  • New transfer students
  • Non-Degree students
  • Students on probation
  • Students that changed their major the previous semester

If you are a freshman, you must attend Orientation where you will meet with an academic advisor and obtain a registration clearance code. Please visit the new Student Programs website for more information about Orientation.

Academic Advisors

These are non-faculty professional staff members. They are available to assist students in designing an appropriate course of study that will satisfy requirements for graduation.  Academic Advisors are knowledgeable about the technicalities of UT Dallas and program requirements.  All students seeking a Bachelor's degree should meet at least annually with their academic advisor to discuss degree requirements, course selection, time management, study skills, difficulties with coursework, career opportunities, and personal problems. View our availability.

Faculty Advisors

These are regular faculty members in the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM). Their role is to help students with career planning and to serve as academic mentors (they are often not, however, up on the technicalities of UT Dallas requirements). Below is a list of faculty advisors for each major (except Biology) in NSM.

Department Advisor

Biology /
Molecular Biology

There are several faculty advisors and each student is assigned by our department.

Biochemistry

 Michael C Biewer
Associate Professor
BE 3.326
972-883-2811

Chemistry

Geosciences

Thomas H Brikowski
Associate Professor
FA 2.412
972-883-6242

Math

Janos Turi
Professor
ECSN 3.208
972-883-2183

Statistics

 Larry P Ammann
Professor and Program Head
ECSN 3.904
972-883-2164

Physics

 John H Hoffman
Professor
ECSN 2.905
972-883-2846
  • Updated: December 19, 2007