ACADEMIC SUCCESS Advising
Advising
We are here to help and make your time at UF as fruitful as possible. Please reach out to us we are always happy to help. We know that embarking on your academic journey can be challenging and many unforeseen circumstances happen. Especially because we have so many different students in different stages of their lives, we want to make sure that each one of you will get the advice you seek and the help you need to be successful during and after your time at UF. So reach out, often times the issues you think are huge can be solved in little time. We are here to help and point you in the right direction if you need:
Academic Advising
- Course scheduling
- Prerequisites
- Registration
- Holds
- Adding a major and minor
- College change
- 8-semester plan
- Letters of recommendation
- Combined degree options/graduate school advice
Career and Life Advice
- Career counseling and advice
- Feedback on CVs/resumes and personal statements
- Advice on international opportunities and study abroad
- Internships
- Referral for health and medical issues
- Withdraws
To reach the Undergraduate Advisors Links to an external site. page to make appointments for
JAYSANKAR DE, PHD
UF ONLINE (UFO) MICROBIOLOGY MAJOR ACADEMIC ADVISOR.
UF Online students should contact Dr. De if they have general academic advising questions.
☎ (352)-273-4206
jde@ufl.edu
Google Scholar Links to an external site. Linkedin Links to an external site.
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT click here Links to an external site.
Explore: MCB Major Online Program Links to an external site. | Student Handbook Links to an external site. | UF Online OneStop Links to an external site.
KEVIN LEE, PHD
CLAS MICROBIOLOGY MAJOR (TRADITIONAL AND TRANSFER) ACADEMIC ADVISOR.
Students should contact Kevin if they are CLAS Microbiology undergraduates interested in general academic advising including but not limited to: course scheduling, registration issues, holds, major/minor changes, advanced lab sign up, etc.
☎ (352)-273-1250
km.lee@ufl.edu
Building 981
Office 1045
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT click here Links to an external site.
Kevin is a CLAS Microbiology majors (traditional and transfer) advisor
LEANDRO DIAS TEIXEIRA, PHD
CALS MICROBIOLOGY MAJOR (TRADITIONAL AND TRANSFER) ACADEMIC ADVISOR.
Students should contact Leandro if they are CALS Microbiology undergraduates interested in general academic advising. Including, course scheduling, registration issues, holds, major/minor changes, advanced lab sign up, etc.
☎ (352)-392-8350
leandroteixeira@ufl.edu
Building 981
Office 1047
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT click here Links to an external site.
Leandro is the CALS Microbiology majors (traditional and transfer) advisor
ANDREW HORVATH
CALS PACE ADVISOR
Students should contact Andrew if they are PaCE students interested in general academic advising including but not limited to: course scheduling, registration issues, holds and major/minor changes.
☎ (352)-273-3475
ahorvath@ufl.edu
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT click here Links to an external site.
Andrew works remotely from the UF/IFAS Palm Beach County Extension Office. He is available for Zoom or phone meetings.
Monika Oli, PhD
Master Lecturer, Career mentor, Teaching lab coordinator, UTA recruitment, Study abroad leader
Students should contact Dr. Oli if they have questions regarding long term planning/career advising, or questions about teaching assistant positions within the department, study abroad opportunities, internships, etc.
☎ (352)-392-8434
moli@ufl.edu
Email to make an appointment
Come to room 1049 Microbiology Building 981
Peer Mentors (currently not available)
The Microbiology and Cell Science department has set up a peer mentor system where you can help each other succeed in classes by one-on-one mentoring, sharing resources, providing study tips, etc. If you are struggling in a class, contact someone from this list Links to an external site. to help you!
If you would like to become a mentor, sign up on this Google Document Links to an external site. and indicate which classes you are willing to help with!
Other Resources
UF provides a lot of other resources depending on your needs. Please make sure you get help and seed advice for ALL of your questions and concerns.Here are some more resources for you to check out:
Career Connections Center
Career Connections - Resource Center
Services: Links to an external site. The Career Connections Center is here to support your exploration of career options, development of professional skills, and connections to opportunities after graduation.
While some aspects of your future career plans are uncertain, we hope to help you make confident and informed decisions about your ability to leverage your experience as a Gator.
Plan for success. Take advantage of unexpected opportunities. Use our services as you experience different phases of the career preparation process.
Academic Advising Center
The AAC typically offers academic advising Links to an external site. from 8:00-11:30 and 1:30-4:30, Monday-Friday. Call their office (☎ (352) 392-1521) to confirm availability. During non-peak times, students may make appointments or be seen on a walk-in basis. During peak times, they generally only see students on a walk-in basis.
U Matter We Care
Need help or help for a Friend?
We encourage our UF Community to reach out for support and report or refer a student of concern, dangerous or disruptive behavior, issues of academic misconduct, or other behavior that may negatively impact the campus community and beyond. Some of these reporting options and resources are confidential. If you have questions or concerns about which may be the appropriate reporting option, do not hesitate to contact the Care Team located in the Dean of Students Office.
Disability Resource Center (DRC)
