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
Dr. Jerome Orosz
619-594-7118
P – 241
Appointment Availability:
Will return in Fall
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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 and Raymond Stanley
LSN – 102
Drop-in Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 12pm & 1:00pm – 3:30pm
In-person: Mon – Thur
Virtual: Fridays
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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
Appointment Availability:
Will return in Fall
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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
GMCS – 566
Appointment Availability:
Mon – Thu 1:30 – 3pm
Mon – Fri 9 – 11am
Fri 1:30 – 2:45pm
Drop-in Hours:
Will return in Fall
Email or use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Ben Shen
Appointment Availability:
Will return in Fall
Email or use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Earth 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.
Earth and Environmental Sciences Advisor
Dr. Stephen Schellenberg
619-594-1395
GMCS – 235
Appointment Availability:
Tue 1 – 3pm
Thur 10am – 12pm
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Geological Sciences
In SDSU’s Geological sciences program students are curious about the planet on which we live and interested in solving environmental problems facing humankind. You can choose between a B.A. program, which includes an interdisciplinary curriculum, or a B.S., which science intensive.
Geological Sciences Advisor
Dr. Stephen Schellenberg
619-594-1395
GMCS – 235
Appointment Availability:
Mon 1 – 3pm
Tue 12 – 2pm
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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:
Mon 1 – 2pm
Tue 10am – 12pm & 2 – 3:30pm
Thur 1 – 2pm
Fri 10 – 10:45am & 1:30 – 2:30pm
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Math Education Advisor
Dr. Steve Klass
GMCS – 506
Appointment Availability:
Tue – Fri 11am – 1pm
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Statistics Advisor
Dr. Barbara Bailey
Appointment Availability:
Thur 2 – 3:30pm
Email or use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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. Arlette Baljon
619-594-2051
P – 134
Appointment Availability:
Will return in Fall
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
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
LSN-105
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
