Department Advisors

While we offer professional academic advising for your major, your Department Undergraduate Advisor is your primary source for career and major advising.

To make an appointment with your major advisor or see drop-in hours visit EAB Navigate.

Contact information for advisors listed below.

Department Advisors

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 Department

Astronomy Advisor

Dr. Jerome Orosz

jorosz@sdsu.edu

619-594-7118

P – 241 (In person or virtual)

Office Hours: M/W 3-5pm

Drop-in or Use EAB Navigate to view available 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 Department

Biology Advisor

Amy Tappen or Raymond Stanley

bioundergrad@sdsu.edu

619-594-6442

LSN – 102 (currently virtual only)

Office Hours:M-F 9-12, 1-2pm

Use EAB Navigate to view available appointments-

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 Department

Chemistry Advisor

Dr. Peter Van der Geer

pvanderg@sdsu.edu

619-592-5582

CSL – 322

Office Hours: M:12-1:30pm,W/F: 9:30-11am

Drop-in or Use EAB Navigate to view available appointment.

Computer Science

The SDSU CS undergraduate program provides students a broad background in computer science theory and state-of-the-practice experiences that will enable them to pursue high technology careers.

Computer Science Department

Computer Science Advisors

Dr. John Carroll

carroll@edoras.sdsu.edu

619-594-7242

GMCS 537 (all in person)

Office Hours:T/Th11:30-12:15pm, 3:15-3:45,

T/Th 5:15-5:30 (will continue until all students have been served)

Drop in only

Dr. Xiaobai Liu

xiaobai.liu@sdsu.edu

(Currently virtual only)

Office Hours: T/Th 2-3pm

Drop in only

Environmental Sciences

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.

Environmental Sciences Department

Environmental Sciences Advisor

Dr. John Love

jlove@sdsu.edu

619-594-2063

CSL – 339 (in person or virtual)

Office Hours: T and Th 1:00-3:00

Use EAB Navigate to view available appointments

Geological Sciences

In SDSU’s Geography Program, students are introduced to a strong foundation in physical and human geography, supported by skills in Geographic Information Systems and other methodologies.

Geological Sciences Department

Geological Sciences Advisor

Dr. Jillian Maloney

jmaloney@sdsu.edu

619-5941395

GMCS – 117 (in person or virtual)

Office Hours: M 1-2:45pm and W 2-3:45pm

Use EAB Navigate to view available appointments

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 & Statistics Department

Mathematics Advisors

Dr. Jerome Gilles

jgilles@sdsu.edu

619-594-7240

GMCS – 589

Office Hours below (in person or virtual)

M 2:30-5:00, T 2:00-5:00 (in person only)

W10:00-12:00, 1:30-3:00, F:1:00-2:00

Drop-in or Use EAB Navigate to view available appointment.

Dr. Vadim Ponomarenko

vponomarenko@sdsu.edu

619-594-6176

GMCS – 511

Office Hours: email to set up appointment

Math Education Advisor

Dr. William Zahner

bzahner@sdsu.edu

GMCS – 505

Office Hours:T 1:30-4pm

Use EAB Navigate to view available appointments

Dr. Steve Klass

sklass@sdsu.edu

GMCS – 506

Email to set up appointment

Statistics Advisor

Dr. Barbara Bailey

bbailey@sdsu.edu

619-594-4170

GMCS – 513

Office Hours: Th 2-3:30pm

Currently Virtual only

Drop in only

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 Department

Physics Advisor

Dr. Arlette Baljon

abaljon@sdsu.edu

619-594-2051

P – 133

Office Hours:

T 12:00-1:00pm

W 11:00-12:00pm, 3:00-4:00pm (drop in)

Contact via email to set up an appointment at a different time

Drop-in or Use EAB Navigate to view available 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 Department

Psychology Peer Advising Center

Peer Advisors (No appointments are necessary)

psychology.advising.sdsu@sdsu.edu

619-594-5412

LSN – 105

Hours: M-Th 9 am – 4:00 pm

Drop-in or Use EAB Navigate to view available appointment.

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

(No appointments are necessary)

healthpr@sdsu.edu

619-594-3030

GMCS – 323

Hours: Mon – Thurs 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Fridays 9:00 am – 4:00 pm