I am planning to graduate next semester. Is there anything that I need to do?
You need to apply to graduate the semester prior to your expected graduation date. Complete an Application for Graduation form that is located in a literature rack next to Moulton Hall 106. Turn in the completed form, along with $25.00, to Moulton Hall 106. You may also visit the Communication website for more information.
Will I be notified if I have not met the graduation requirements?
You will receive notification from the University of any outstanding deficiencies. To avoid receiving this letter, see your academic advisor regularly to update your plan of study.
What if a required course is not offered the semester before I graduate?
In most cases, a substitute course may be taken. Check with your communication advisor about what options may be available to you.
When and where is the graduation ceremony?
Check the School of Communication website and the Commencement website.
How many people may I bring to graduation?
Illinois State University does not limit the number of guests that you may bring to graduation. However, the best seating goes fast, so arrive early to ensure prime seating for your guests.
What are the curriculum requirements for a Communication major or minor?
Click on the checklist link for your particular major or minor: Public Relations, Communication Education, Mass Communication, Journalism, or Communication Studies .
Where can I get answers to my questions about the General Education Requirements?
Make an appointment with an advisor in University Studies or with your advisor in the School of Communication.
I've been out of school for a while. Will that affect the curriculum I will be under when I come back to ISU?
If you have a break in enrollment, other than the summer, you may be subject to a new catalog curriculum when you are readmitted.
How do I get into a class that is full?
Majors and minors should go to the instructor once classes begin. Minors needing overrides to take open classes should go to the Communication Advisement Center. Once classes have met for one week, it is too late to add a course.
I got a message on I-Campus that said I have exceeded the maximum number of hours for the semester. May I get permission to take more than the maximum of 17 hours?
Make an appointment with your advisor.
I received an email telling me when to register, but I have a class during that time. Should I leave my class to go register?
Do not miss class to register. You may register for classes anytime after your assigned registration time.
How do I find out what I still need to take for my graduation requirements?
Visit I-Campus, it now contains a full evaluation of your coursework. If it appears to be incorrect, or you do not understand, make an appointment with your advisor.
How do I find out who my advisor is?
You are assigned an advisor based on your major. Please call the advisement center for your advisors name.
Who are the advisors?
Dr. Penelope Long, Mr. Andrew Matthews, and Mrs. Lindsay Soliman are undergraduate advisors for the School of Communication . Mr. Doug Jennings is the Communication Education advisor.
How do I make an appointment with an advisor?
Contact the Communication Advisement Center to schedule an appointment with an advisor. You may call 309/438-7080 or come to Fell Hall 450 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4pm.
I have met with my communication advisor. Do I also need to meet with an advisor in my minor?
Yes. Each department or School is responsible for advising its own majors and minors.
I am thinking about changing my major to Communication. How do I do that?
You may download the Application from our website. Return the completed form, along with an essay stating your goals, and a proposed plan of study to Fell Hall 450. Decisions are made according to the quality of the student's admission materials and space available in the department.
What are the admission criteria for the School of Communication?
May I take COM classes before I am accepted into the School of Communication ?
COM 160 and 178 are open to non-majors. However, most classes are restricted to majors or require prerequisites. Check I-Campus for major-blocked classes and in your Undergraduate Catalog for prerequisites.
So, how does a non-major take a restricted class that he or she would like to take?
During summer school, communication courses are not restricted to majors. However, you need to check prerequisites.
Who can tell me if any of my classes transferred from another college or university?
Check with the Evaluations Office in Moulton Hall at 438-2282.
