Advising

From Orientation to Graduation, The Department of Theatre is committed to your success. Navigating your college career can be daunting, but you are not alone. Our professional advisor is continually developing strategies that contribute to your success. For your convenience, both in-person and remote advising sessions are offered. Your advisor is committed to providing guidance every step of the way.

Schedule an Appointment

To contact your Academic Advisor:

Log in through MyFIU to use the Panther Success Network.

Panther Success Network Guide

Drop-In Spring 2026 Advising Schedule & Zoom Links

Meet Your Advisors

Undergraduate Music Advising

Gerry Suarez
gsuarez@fiu.edu
305-348-7500
Office Location: WPAC 277A

Gerry Suarez serves as advisor for undergraduate students in the School of Music and can assist with general advising for all of the undergraduate programs. You can schedule an appointment with him by logging into MyFIU and using the Panther Success Network.

Tutoring and Support Services

Center for Excellence and Writing 

Center for Academic Success

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.