Department Advisors
While we offer professional academic advising for your major, your Department Undergraduate Advisor is your primary source for career and major advising.
Astronomy
San Diego State University has the only independent astronomy department, and we operate a research observatory on Mount Laguna, a short drive east of San Diego.
Astronomy Advisor
Biology
The Department of Biology has it’s own Biology Undergraduate Advising Office. Please contact them for questions regarding your Biology major or minor requirements.
Biology Advisor
Amy Tappen
LSN – 102
Drop-in Hours:
Mon, Tue, & Thur: 11am – 12pm & 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Wed: 8:30am-10:00am
Friday: 8:30am-12pm & 1pm-2:30pm
In-person: Mon – Thur
Virtual: Fridays
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/81244073412
Appointment Availability:
Mon, Tue, & Thur: 9am – 11am
Wed 10:00am – 12:00pm
Friday 9am-12pm & 1pm-2pm
Virtual: Mon-Fri
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/3851406057
Chemistry & Biochemistry
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at San Diego State University offers the Bachelor of Science degree, accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Chemistry Advisor
Dr. Peter Van der Geer
619-592-5582
CSL – 322
Drop-in/Appointment Availability (In-person/Virtual):
Mon: 10:30am – 12:00pm
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/89862236380
Thur: 9:30am – 11:00am
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/81617379850
Computer Science
The SDSU CS undergraduate program provides students a broad background in computer science theory and hardware systems that will enable them to pursue high technology careers.
Computer Science Advisors
Heather Stark (Staff Advisor)
GMCS – 566
Drop-in Hours:
Wed: 9:00am – 10:00am (In-person in GMCS – 429)
Fri: 9:30am – 10:30am (Virtual)
Zoom Link: https://sdsu.zoom.us/j/82993455373
Appointment Availability:
Mon-Thur: 9am-11am & 1:30pm-3pm (Virtual)
Fri: 9am-11am & 1:30pm-2:45pm (Virtual)
Ben Shen (Faculty Advisor)
Geological and Environmental Sciences
Geological and Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Sciences program. The program provides students with a rigorous and arcing foundation in natural and biological sciences most relevant to environmental issues.
Geological and Environmental Sciences Advisor
Physics
The Physics Department at San Diego State University is committed to offering every undergraduate and graduate student the fullest opportunity to realize his or her potential as a physicist. The department has a history of teaching excellence and a commitment to continuing this tradition.
Physics Advisor
Dr. Heide Doss
619-594-2051
P – 134
Drop-in/Appointment Availability:
Mon: 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Tue: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Wed: 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Offered in-person/virtually
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/84147180125
Mathematics & Statistics
Because of its broad scope, degrees in mathematics prepare students for many different careers and the department offers a variety of such degrees and emphases to provide students with several blends and specialties according to their interests and goals.
Mathematics Advisors
Dr. Jerome Gilles
619-594-7240
GMCS – 589
Appointment Availability:
Tue: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Wed: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Thur: 10:00am – 11:00am
In-person/Virtual: Tue, Wed, & Thur
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/85349920309
Math Education Advisor
Dr. Steve Klass
GMCS – 506
Appointment Availability:
Mon-Thur: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Virtal: Mon-Thur
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/9903707169
Statistics Advisor
Dr. Barbara Bailey
Drop-in/Appointment Availability:
Thursday: 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Zoom Link: https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/98875063066
Psychology
The Psychology department has it’s own Peer Advising Center. Please contact them for questions or information regarding your Psychology major or minor.
Psychology Advising Office
619-594-5412
Room: Atkinson Hall 203
Contact psychology.advising.sdsu@sdsu.edu
For help making an EAB appointment click HERE.
Health Professions Advising Office (HPAO)
The Health Professions Advising Office is a resource for current SDSU students planning a career in the health professions. HPAO provides information, guidance and support to students from any major about most health professions, including dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant, and veterinary medicine.
Health Professions Advising Office
619-594-3030
GMCS – 323
New HPAO students: Please be sure to complete all steps from the Getting Started with HPAO page before booking an appointment.
For general questions, please email hpao@sdsu.edu.
For 1st-Year/2nd-Year students: walk-ins available during office hours
For 3rd years+: schedule appointments via HPAO Canvas Homeroom
