Advising

Welcome to the Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media! From the beginning of Orientation to the moment you graduate, we are dedicated to ensuring your success. We are excited to have you! Pursuing a college degree may appear daunting, but we are here to support you in navigating your college career and providing you with the tools necessary to succeed. Our professional advisors are consistently developing strategies to enhance your success. To accommodate your needs, we offer both in-person and remote advising sessions. Your academic advisor is committed to providing guidance at every step of your academic journey.

For Journalism & Media students, your Academic Advisor is just a click away! You can reach out or schedule an appointment via the Panther Success Network 2.0, available in-person or through Zoom. Please see instructions below.

Prospective Students

If you are ready to make journalism & media your major or certificate, head over to https://go.fiu.edu/LCSJM_CARTA_Advising to start the process.

Please Keep in Mind

If you are joining us via Zoom, download and install the Zoom app on your device to meet with an academic advisor.

For all Zoom Advising Sessions

You will be required to use your FIU credentials and have the audio enabled.

Meet the Journalism & Media 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, Laura Acevedo Ayala and Jeanely Guzman. 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 Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media where your success is our priority.

Laura Acevedo Ayala

Laura Acevedo Ayala
Academic Advisor II
laaceved@fiu.edu
305-919-5616
Office: AC2 323A

Jeanely pic

Jeanely Guzman
Academic Advisor III
Jeaguzma@fiu.edu
305-919-5625
Office: AC2 320

Schedule an Appointment

To contact your Academic Advisor:

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

Drop-In Summer 2025 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 12:00 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, the department staff may be reach via email cartadvising@fiu.edu, and include your name, panther ID number in your email message.

FAQs

Please check the Panther Success Network (PSN)

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.

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.

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.

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

To learn more about the Spanish-Language Journalism Master’s Program, contact: Director, Alejandro Alvardo Bremer, Ph.D., email, jalvarad@fiu.edu

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