The Advising Office is located in 103 Bessey Hall. Advisors are available for scheduled appointments Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Advising is available throughout the year, except during University holidays. Our professional academic advisors are here to support you, whether you have questions about coursework, degree planning, or navigating your academic experience.

Schedule an Advising Appointment

Current Biology students can schedule advising appointments through Navigate Student.

We highly recommend downloading the Navigate Student app (Apple or Google) to schedule appointments, check in, and access additional student success tools. Navigate Student is also available through the ISU Login Dashboard.

Schedule an Experiential Learning Appointment

For questions related to research, internships, or other experiential learning opportunities, schedule directly with Norah Warchola by emailing warchola@iastate.edu.

Get Help Scheduling

If you encounter any issues or need additional assistance, contact biology@iastate.edu.  

Request an Advisor Change

If you are a Biology major and would like to request a change of advisor, please email Lauren Ramos at laurenw@iastate.edu for guidance and next steps.

You’ll find support from your peers, faculty, and staff when you join a learning community. Learn about your path of study, on-campus resources and activities, and future careers. You’ll connect with faculty and students through activities both in and outside the classroom and collaborate with a peer mentor.

Connect with other students developing innovative and entrepreneurial skills in the Start Something CALS or Start Something LAS Academy. Or find other students with similar interests in any of Iowa State’s hundreds of student organizations.

The university provides a comprehensive network of academic support, health and safety resources, and supportive communities.