FAQs for staff related to Academic Advisors

  • How can I participate in the Care Team? You can participate by engaging students in a manner that fosters a sense of belonging to the PVAMU community.

  • What should students expect from their financial counselor? The Financial Counselor will be available to provide outreach, literacy, and one-on-one counseling about financial aid programs, eligibility requirements, financing options, and student account related questions.
  • How does a student meet with a Financial Counselor? Panther Navigate (click here to download) or by visiting the Office of Student Financial Services, located in the Memorial Student Center, 3rd floor.
  • How do I contact a Care team member if I want to refer a student to them? Staff can email the respective Care team department for referrals. Department and Care team contact information can be found on the PV Cares website (click here).

  • What is the best way to contact a Career Coach to schedule a meeting? Contact information for Career Coaches can be found on the PV Cares website (click here).
  • How much lead time should I allow Coaches to schedule /coordinate Careers in Action trips? For Careers in Action trips, four to six weeks of lead time is needed.
  • What is a Careers in Action Trip? A Career in Action Trip is a field trip that is designed to reinforce class lectures and research in a way that helps students to experience potential careers in their field of interest. Learn more here.
  • How do I submit ideas for an event I would like to collaborate on with the Department for Careers and Professional Development? Email the director to schedule a meeting to discuss your idea to plan and place on the calendar of events. The directors contact information can be found on the PV Cares website (click here).
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