Academic Advising

Welcome to Woodbury!

The professional academic advisors of the Student Success & Retention team at Woodbury University look forward to accompanying you on your journey to graduation.

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Services

Academic Advising

  • Understanding graduation requirements and degree progress with Academic Worksheet and Academic Plan (Self-Service)
  • Determining course options and registration guidance each semester
  • Changing class schedule -Add-Drop, Course Withdrawal and Concurrent Enrollment, aligned with the University’s Academic Calendar (include link)
  • Exploring majors or minors

Academic Alerts

  • Following up on concerns brought forward by faculty and staff concerned about your academic well-being.

Submit an Academic Alert (Faculty)

Academic Coaching and Referrals

  • Problem-solving with you as you identify your goals and manage challenges along the way to graduation.

Satisfactory Academic Progress & Financial Aid Standing

  • Helping you monitor and manage your academic performance each semester.
  • Recommending supports and tactical ways to help you improve your GPA

Degree Completion Snapshot

Scheduling Advising Appointments

Most students will be advised by a professional advisor located in the Whitten Student Center. In some cases students will be assigned to a faculty advisor.

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If you are assigned to a professional Academic Advisor, please click the link below to see the availability of and schedule an appointment with your assigned Academic Advisor.

Book an Appointment with a Professional Advisor

Please Note: Professional Advisors are different from Faculty Advisors. If you are assigned to a Faculty Advisor please contact them directly or the Administrative Coordinator for your department.

If you are not yet a current student, please email [email protected].

 

Meet the Team

For general questions, please email [email protected] or visit the Student Success & Retention (SSR) advising team in the Whitten Student Center.

Ms. Marisa Adams, M.S., P.P.S (Counseling)

Professional Advisor

Assigned Majors:  School of Architecture

  • Architecture majors (1st Year through 4th year students)

Bio: My name is Marisa Adams, and it is my pleasure to serve the Woodbury community as an Academic Advisor. I received my B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Monterey Bay and I received my M.S. in Counseling from California State University, San Bernardino. Prior to Woodbury, I was in a K-12 setting as a school counselor. In my position, I am focused on supporting students in a welcoming, collaborative, and student-centered environment. I want to ensure that students leave Woodbury with not only knowledge, but valuable experiences. Outside of Woodbury, you can find me watching new shows, finding new music, and spending time with my pets.

CONTACT

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 818.252.5189
Location (in Whitten): W112

Mr. Daniel Bejines

Professional Advisor

Assigned Majors: School of Media, Culture, & Design

  • Animation & Visual Effects
  • Fashion Design
  • Filmmaking
  • Game Art & Design
  • Graphic Design / Experience Design

Bio: My name is Daniel Bejines, a class of ‘09 Woodbury University alum, and I’m excited to be back here as one of your Academic Advisors! While at Woodbury, I founded one of the longest running Hispanic-based student organizations on campus: La Voz Unida. Established in 2006. I took pride in being a student leader: Orientation Peer Advisor, Academic Peer Mentor, and as a member of Program Board, the campus student life and activities board.

Soon after earning my B.F.A. in Animation, I went to work in the animation industry. Managing productions for 12 consecutive years at various studios such as Warner Brothers, Hasbro Studios, Cartoon Network, and Netflix Animation to name a few.

I am passionate about helping others, and I am HERE to assist YOU with meeting your academic and professional goals!

CONTACT

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 818.252.5228
Location (in Whitten): W110

Mr. Jose Zamora

Professional Advisor

Assigned Majors: School of Architecture:

  • Interior Design (all years)

School of Business (all majors)

  • Accounting
  • Fashion Marketing
  • Management
  • Marketing

Liberal Arts & Sciences* (*see faculty advisors for course selection)

Bio: Hi! My name is Jose Zamora, and I’m excited to be your Academic Advisor here at Woodbury University. I earned my B.A. in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara and my M.S. in Counseling and College Student Personnel from California Lutheran University.

Before coming to Woodbury, I taught college success courses at Pasadena City College, where I worked to make the idea of college feel less overwhelming and more empowering for students. Now, I get to continue that work by supporting our diverse student community by helping you better understand your academic path, stay on track, and feel more confident in reaching your goals.
Outside of work, I love watching movies, playing video games, reading, and spending time with my loved ones. I look forward to meeting you!
CONTACT

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 818.252.5239
Location (in Whitten): W108

Dr. Rebecca Devereaux, PhD (Educational Studies)

Associate Director Student Success & Retention

Assigned Majors:

  • Architecture – 5th-Year Students

Bio: TBD

CONTACT

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 818.252.5112
Location (in Whitten): W114