Advising

From the beginning of Orientation to the moment you graduate, The School of Communication is dedicated to ensuring your success. While navigating your college career may seem overwhelming, rest assured that you have a supportive community behind you. Our professional advisors are consistently devising strategies to enhance your success. To accommodate your needs, we offer both in-person and remote advising sessions. Your advisor is steadfast in providing guidance at every step of your academic journey.

Meet the Communication Team

We are thrilled to welcome you to the College of Communication, Architecture, + The Arts! Whether you took a break and are returning to continue your studies or are joining us again after a semester away, we’re delighted to have you on campus.

As you embark on this new chapter of your academic journey, our dedicated team of professional staff is here to support you every step of the way. If you find yourself deferred to the Department of Communication, don’t hesitate to reach out to our lead Academic Advisors, Nancy Bonny for our limited access Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (PRAAC), and Juliette Saint-Louis Oram for Communication Art majors. They are ready to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your academic path.

For general inquiries about the re-admission process or to check your admission status, feel free to contact the Office of Admission. Additionally, our Transfer & Transition Services and FIU Online Success Coaches are available to meet with you at any time to ensure a smooth transition back into college life.

We are committed to providing you with the support and resources you need to thrive academically and personally. Welcome back to School of Communication where your success is our priority.

Nancy Bonny
Academic Advisor III, PRAAC
nbonny@fiu.edu
305-919-5235
Office: AC2-324A BBC

John Fortilus
Academic Advisor II, PRAAC
jfortilu@fiu.edu
305-919-5974
Office: AC2-320 BBC

Francisco Marrero
Academic Advisor II, Communication Arts
marrerof@fiu.edu
305-348-3941
Office: PCA 274A

Juliette Saint Louis
Academic Advisor III, Communication Arts
jssaintl@fiu.edu
305-348-3944
Office: PCA 274A

Schedule an Appointment

To contact your Academic Advisor:

Log onto MyFIU.
On your MyFIU homepage, select Student from the dropdown menu in the top center of the page
Click on the Academic Advising tile
Click on the Success Network tile
Click on the Go to Panther Success Network button

1:1 Drop-In Spring 2024 Advising Schedule

Drop-in Advising sessions are offered weekly to assist you with any quick or urgent matters on your academic journey. Please keep in mind a few important details for a smooth experience:

Drop-in availability is based on your Advisor’s hybrid work schedule, alternating between face-to-face sessions on campus and virtual sessions via Zoom (fully online students have Zoom availability on twice a week). Please see the Drop-In schedule.
Your Advisor’s remote work schedule can be checked on PSN, taking into consideration potential variations due to teaching schedules, trainings, meetings, orientations, etc.
Advising sessions are limited to 15-20 minutes per student during Drop-ins, ideal for addressing immediate concerns. For longer discussions, we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance.
Drop-in availability operates on a first-come-first-serve basis and concludes promptly at 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM. While we strive to accommodate everyone, we cannot guarantee that all Drop-ins will be seen.
To ensure guaranteed availability, consider scheduling an appointment with your assigned Advisor through the Panther Success Network (PSN).

Your academic success is our priority, and we look forward to working with you during your Drop-in sessions.

If you a have any general questions, please call the BBC campus, 305-919-5625 or MMC, 305-348-1255.

FAQs

How will I know when my Advisor is working on campus or remotely?

Please check the Panther Success Network (PSN)

How will I know when my Advisor is unavailable during drop-in hours for any reason?

Your Advisor will notify you through PSN if their drop-in schedule changes or if their regular drop-in hours differ from those listed above. Please continue to check Panther Success Network (PSN) for Advising updates.

What types of advising issues can be addressed during drop-in hours?

Drop-ins should primarily be used for quick and/or urgent issues (15-20 minutes maximum). Longer meetings and those requiring your advisor to conduct additional research are best scheduled in advance and with an appointment.

Will all students who arrive during drop-in hours be seen that day?

Drop-in availability will be first-come, first-served and end promptly at 4:00 PM on M, Tu, W, and 12:00 PM on Th, F. While we will do our best to see all students who arrive during drop-in hours, we cannot guarantee that all students will be seen. For guaranteed availability, we recommend scheduling an appointment with your Advisor through PSN.

Which Advisor(s) can students meet with during drop-in hours?

Students will meet with their assigned Advisor during drop-in hours.

Global Strategic Communications (MS)

To learn more about the different tracks and set up advising appointments, contact:

Global Strategic Communications Program- Aileen Izquierdo at aiizquie@fiu.edu

Global Strategic Communications: Creative Track- Grizelle De Los Reyes at gdelosre@fiu.edu

Global Strategic Communications Online- Aileen Izquierdo at aiizquie@fiu.edu

Global Strategic Communications Online (Conflict Track)- Raquel Perez at raqperez@fiu.edu

If you have a general advising question, please email cartadvising@fiu.edu